About this role
Job summary
Job Description:
Job role:Health Care Assistant
Job type: Permanent
Location:Giffard Drive Surgery
Salary:£13.50ph
Working hours:Full time - 38 hours
Mondays - 9:00AM5:00PM
Tuesdays - 9:00AM5:00PM
Wednesdays - 11:00AM8:00PM
Thursdays - 9:00AM5:00PM
Fridays - 9:00AM5:00PM
Main duties of the job
We areseekinga highly motivated Healthcare Assistant to join our dedicated team, supporting both clinical and administrative functions to ensure the highest standard of patient care. As an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team, you willassistin various clinical procedures, promote health and wellness, and contribute to the smooth operation of the practice.
This role is ideal for a proactive, compassionate individual who is eager to work in a fast-paced environment and make a meaningful impact on patient health and well-being.
About us
We are a rapidly growing GP-led organisation with a mission to ensure that all patients have access to comprehensive,coordinatedand continuous care within a sustainable primary care system.
We appreciate that our whole primary care system is struggling, which is causing a negative effect on patient care and staff happiness. We believe that we can turn this around by reimagining how primary care is delivered from the ground up by placing a focus on data insights,technologyand clinical innovation.
Ultimately, wewant to improve patient access, patientexperienceand health outcomes to significantly increase the quality of care for our patients. However, we can only build the best primary care service there is if our colleagues are happy, empowered and supported within an excellent working environment.
If you believe that there are ways to drastically improve the way primary care is delivered for both patients and staff alike and you want to be a part of this; then we would love to meet you and tell you more about our plans.
Job description Job responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive new patient health assessments and document findings accurately.
Assistin chronic disease management and health promotion clinics, working closely with practice nurses.
Perform baseline clinical observations, including pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate.
Conduct phlebotomy and ensure safe and efficient handling of blood samples.
Facilitate routine and 24-hour blood pressure monitoring,providingpatient guidance where necessary.
Administer wound care, dressings, and other minor clinical procedures within scope.
Accurately measure and record Body Mass Index (BMI) for patients.
Act as a chaperone during patient examinations whenrequired.
Carry out ECGs as directed by clinicians.
Provide support in vaccinations and immunisations.
Ensure meticulous record-keeping in line with practice protocols and compliance regulations.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience in a primary care or GP practice setting. Strong communication skills and the ability to follow clinical protocols. Experience in conducting new patient health checks. Proficiency in wound care, dressings, and clinical assessments. Skilled in phlebotomy procedures. Knowledge of infection control procedures and best practices.
Desirable
Familiarity with EMIS Web. NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification. Additional training in chronic disease management or smoking cessation.
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 Giffard Drive Surgery
Address 68 Giffard Drive
Farnborough
Hampshire
GU14 8QB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.giffarddrivesurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)