Job Summary
The University Medical Group is a dynamic and high‑quality practice caring for 32,000 patients. We operate a single‑site practice close to the University campus and serve a diverse population of around 9,000 students. Our multidisciplinary team includes 3 paramedics, 5 pharmacists, a physician associate, 3 nurses, a diabetes nurse specialist, 1 nursing associate, 2 health‑care assistants and a care‑coordinator.
Full‑time position (extended hours to 20:00 each week). Working pattern: permanent, full‑time. Reference number: A0378-25-0014.
Responsibilities
* Wound care dressings including compression.
* Removal of stitches.
* Perform NHS health checks, weight monitoring and long‑term condition monitoring, including diabetic foot checks.
* Provide lifestyle advice and make necessary referrals.
* Perform ECG.
* Phlebotomy.
* Administer B12 injections under PSDs signed by GPs.
* Administer annual influenza vaccinations/pneumonia under PSD.
* BP monitoring.
* Administer injections, including B12, Zoladex, whooping cough, shingles under PSD.
* Re‑stock all clinical areas, maintain stocks and keep all areas clean.
* Maintain and order clinical supplies.
* Use appropriate templates in EMIS/Ardens for all procedures (training provided).
* Any other duties deemed appropriate.
Person Specification
Essential Experience
* Primary care experience required.
Desirable
* Driving licence desirable.
Qualifications
* Phlebotomy certification.
* Healthcare qualification (Level 3 or 4) or working towards equivalent level.
* Care certificate.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS check.
Employer Details
University Medical Group
University Health Centre
9 Northcourt Avenue
Reading
Berkshire
RG2 7AB
Employer website: https://www.readinguniversitymedicalpractice.nhs.uk/
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