Job summary The role is to support the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education. General Practice experience is essential. Main duties of the job Our aims are to offer the highest standard of health care and advice to our patients, with the resources available to us. We are dedicated to ensuring that Practice Staff and Doctors are trained to the highest level and to provide a stimulating and rewarding environment in which to work About us We are a forward thinking GP surgery serving a registered patient population of 13,146. Our team is dedicated to delivering high quality, patient centred care within a supportive and collaborative environment. Medical Team 8 experienced GPs providing a wide range of clinical expertise Advanced Nursing Support 2 Nurse Practitioners offering extended clinical services Nursing Team 2 Registered Nurses and 1 Nurse Associate ensuring continuity of care Healthcare Assistants: 2 HCAs supporting patient care and clinical efficiency Pharmacy Team 5 The Team focuses on optimizing medication therapy, working directly with patients and healthcare teams to improve outcomes and safety. Admin and Care Navigator Team 15 The team provides essential support within the GP practice, combining administrative efficiency with patient focused navigation to ensure smooth access to care. Together, this multidisciplinary team works closely to provide comprehensive healthcare services, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, innovation, and professional development. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming, progressive practice where every member of staff plays a vital role in supporting our patients and community. Details Date posted 03 January 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A1513-25-0010 Job locations Commercial Road Dereham Norfolk NR19 1AE Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: Undertake new patient health checks Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics Carry out BMI checks as directed Act as a chaperone as required Undertake venepuncture Administer flu and COVID vaccinations Carry out ECGs as requested Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation Provide support during minor operations as required Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Secondary Responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the healthcare assistant may be requested to: Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the practice Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: Undertake new patient health checks Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics Carry out BMI checks as directed Act as a chaperone as required Undertake venepuncture Administer flu and COVID vaccinations Carry out ECGs as requested Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation Provide support during minor operations as required Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Secondary Responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the healthcare assistant may be requested to: Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the practice Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota Person Specification Qualifications Essential Applicants must have: *Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level. Applicants must have experience in: *ECGs *Venepuncture *New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse Desirable *Chronic condition reviews *Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples *Injections Person Specification Qualifications Essential Applicants must have: *Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level. Applicants must have experience in: *ECGs *Venepuncture *New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse Desirable *Chronic condition reviews *Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples *Injections 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. Employer details Employer name Orchard Surgery Address Commercial Road Dereham Norfolk NR19 1AE Employer's website https://www.orchardsurgerydereham.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Orchard Surgery Address Commercial Road Dereham Norfolk NR19 1AE Employer's website https://www.orchardsurgerydereham.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)