JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Health Care Assistant EXPERIENCE: See attached Person Specification ACCOUNTABILITY: Accountable to the Lead Nurse. RESPONSIBILITY: The Healthcare Assistant (HCA)provides an essential patient service, performing a range of tasks including phlebotomy, patient observations, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a safe and efficient environment.Responsibilities include provision of care as supervised and directed by the Practice Nursing team, updating records and restocking supplies. They may also be involved in health promotion and administrative duties. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care Patient Observations Measuring and recording vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Procedures within scope of training and competency Phlebotomy, injections, wound care, ECG Assisting with Procedures Preparing patients for examinations, assisting with minor procedures and chaperone duties. Health Checks Performing health checks, such as weight monitoring, urinalysis, and ECGs.When trained, carrying out NHS Health Checks. Record Keeping Accurately recording patient information in medical records and updating electronic health records. Infection Control Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment, following infection control protocols.
Stock Management Ensuring adequate supplies of clinical equipment and consumables are available in consulting rooms and treatment areas. Administrative Tasks Assisting with administrative duties such as appointment scheduling, data entry, and processing paperwork. Health Promotion Providing basic health advice and education to patients on topics like smoking cessation, healthy eating, and exercise. Equipment Maintenance Ensuring medical equipment is properly maintained and in working order.
Training and Development Participating in training and development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.