About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a Senior Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our Team.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, we aim to treat and manage the needs of our patient demographic to improve the health of the local community. Working in our very strong, family orientated Practice with a diverse practice population of approx. 14,000 patients you will always be busy and supported
Main duties of the job
The HCA will be able to assess the clinical needs of patients. They will be expected to provide care/treatment in conjunction with the GP, as appropriate and according to Practice policy, protocol, SOP etc. The HCA will advise patients in general health care and minor ailments with referral to General Practitioners when necessary.
About us
We are set in Locks Heath, near a busy shopping area, with car Parking on site. The Practice looks after around 14,000 patients, with 5 Partner GPs and 5 salaried GPs. You will be working within a team of 3 Nurses, HCAs and a phlebotomist.
We are looking for a HCA who can work over 3 or 4 days a week. ideally up to 34 hours
Job description Job responsibilities
Identify, and participate as appropriate, in treatment plans for patients both at risk of developing a long-term condition and with a diagnosed chronic disease.
Long-term condition reviews NHS Health checks Dressing and wound management, including compression bandaging/hosiery and leg Ulcer care. Suture and clip removal. Aid/chaperone to GP during clinical procedures, e.g. minor operations etc. Specimen collection e.g. msu, pregnancy tests, occult blood, faeces for O&S, sputum, etc. The HCA will be responsible for labelling samples, form filling and ensuring timely preparation of specimens for collection to laboratory. General observations e.g. BP, pulse and temperature. ECG Use and care of nebulisers. The HCA will be responsible for upkeep and maintenance of medical equipment. Ensure the maintenance of stock levels in the Treatment Room relating to patient care. Vaccinations/Injections
Flu vaccination clinics/any other vaccination clinics as deemed appropriate. Any other routine injection e.g., B12, Shingles, Pneumococcal etc
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Good IT skills Team player Enthusiastic Flexible approach Can Do person Team player Experience within Primary care is a must
Qualifications Essential
Qualified in Phlebotomy Qualified in Dressings and wound care Qualified in Compression Qualified in Vaccination programmes Qualified in diabetes part 1 examinations Qualifies in Spirometry Completed HCA training and 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 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 Lockswood Surgery
Address Lockswood Surgery
Centre Way
Locks Heath
Southampton
SO31 6DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lockswoodsurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)