Job Summary
Interview date 11/12/2025
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our multidisciplinary treatment room team. You will work under the supervision of the nursing team and GP partners to provide high‑quality, patient‑centred care. The post‑holder will support the delivery of nursing services within the practice, undertaking clinical and administrative tasks in line with competency, training, and agreed protocols. You will work both independently and collaboratively, supporting GPs, nurses and allied health professionals to deliver safe and effective care to our local population.
Working hours
21 hours per week with a fixed working pattern:
Monday 10am – 7pm
Tuesday 9am – 3pm
Wednesday 12pm – 6pm
Main duties of the job
* Undertake basic clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation)
* Perform venepuncture and collect specimens (urine, swabs, etc.)
* Carry out ECGs
* Ear syringing
* Undertake wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures/clips
* Administer flu and other vaccinations (if trained and competency assessed)
* Assist in chronic disease monitoring (e.g., asthma, COPD, diabetes reviews)
* Support health promotion and lifestyle advice (diet, smoking cessation, weight management)
* Conduct NHS Health Checks
* Assist with minor surgery and coil/implant clinics
* Ensure infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times
* Accurately record patient data in clinical system (EMIS Web)
* Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment
* Ensure adequate stock levels of clinical supplies
* Process and record vaccinations and other interventions
* Participate in recall systems for patients with long‑term conditions
* Assist in maintaining practice infection control audits and health & safety checks
About Us
We are a friendly, modern practice aiming to provide a caring and professional service, working in partnership with our patients to offer the best possible healthcare. We value continuity and confidentiality and have a well‑established reputation in the local community. Founded over 50 years ago, we are a modern family practice with a skilled team providing a range of first‑class medical services. We are a teaching practice welcoming University of Bristol, University of the West of England (UWE) nursing students, and trainee doctors (F2, ST2, ST3). We are a member of Healthwest Primary Care Network, supporting innovation and delivery of services at scale. Our network covers nearly 72,000 patients locally and includes social prescribers, first contact physiotherapists, clinical pharmacists, care coordinators and more.
Details
Date posted: 20 November 2025
Salary & Contract
Salary: £24,823 – £26,773 a year (WTE) depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part‑time
Reference number: A5381‑25‑0006
Job location: 111 Pembroke Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3EU
Person Specification
Qualifications – Essential
* NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent experience)
* Competent in venepuncture
* Training to take clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation)
* Training to collect and process urine samples
Qualifications – Desirable
* Training in vaccinations and immunisations
* Training in ECGs
* Training in ear syringing
* Training in wound care, dressings and suture/clip removal
* Training in NHS Health Checks
Experience – Essential
* Previous experience working in a healthcare setting
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Good IT literacy and accurate record‑keeping skills
* Commitment to personal and professional development
Experience – Desirable
* Experience of working in Primary Care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm no prior convictions.
Employer details
Employer: Pembroke Road Surgery
111 Pembroke Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3EU
Website: https://www.pembrokeroadsurgery.co.uk/
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