The successful candidate will need to undertake tasks, including, blood pressure checks, venepuncture, ECGs and basic dressings providing highest quality care for our patients. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures.
Main duties of the job
Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received appropriate training
Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations: Blood pressure Pulse rate and rhythm Temperature Height and weight Body Mass Index Visual acuity Venepuncture ECG Basic dressings New Patient Health checks, long-term conditions, providing chaperone services
Ordering/maintaining stock levels and control
Prepare and maintain environments during and after patient care interventions
Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted
Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence
Record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate
Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and the practice
Understand and follow the requirements of confidentiality (including the Data Protection Act) and the Freedom of Information Act and to refer on any queries as appropriate.
About us
We are a friendly enthusiastic and hardworking team with opportunities and will provide support and development for anyone demonstrating capability, enthusiasm, commitment and strong work ethic.
Job responsibilities
Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations:
Blood pressure
Pulse rate and rhythm
Temperature
Height and weight body mass index
Venepuncture
ECG
Basic dressings
Ordering/maintaining stock levels and control in treatment area.
Prepare and maintain environments during and after patient care interventions
Perform new patient health checks
Person Specification
Experience
* Working in a GP surgery
Qualifications
* Performing Phlebotomy in Primary Care
* Essential Experience in the NHS or a GP surgery
* Experience of dealing with the public/patients Skills/Knowledge Essential Demonstrates a basic understanding of the needs of the patient and the role of the HCA
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Ability to deal tactfully and empathetically with distressed or anxious patients
* Ability to work within a team and on own Ability
* Competent in health care assistant duties
* Computer & IT skills and the use of Systm One
* Qualified to NVQ level 2/3
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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