About this role
Job summary
An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant to join our committed and forward-thinking team.
AHealth Care Assistant (HCA)is a trained member of the clinical team who supports doctors, nurses, and other clinicians by carrying out essential clinical and administrative tasks. Our ideal candidate will hold an NVQ level 3/QCF level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support or equivalent and have experience working in Primary Care, Secondary Care or in the community.
Main duties of the job
Conduct blood pressure measurements, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation
Measureheight, weight, BMI, waist circumference
Perform urinalysis, peak flow readings, and basic observations
Assist with chronic disease monitoring(e.g., basic diabetes/BP checks as directed)
Provide new patient health checks
Carry out NHS Health Checks
Support patient recall for annual reviews
About us
High Green Medical Practice are committed to providing a supportive working environment for all staff whereby we value professional development and care about the health and wellbeing of our staff.
The post offers:
Competitive salary depending on experience
NHS pension scheme
5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
Job description Job responsibilities
Preparing clinics and treatment rooms Managing equipment and stock Updating patient records accurately To undertake infection control and prevention measures within the Practice. To assist with ordering of clinical stock/supplies for the practice To assist with monitoring/maintaining of medical equipment/devices Record fridge temperatures, clean fridges, promptly report temperature variations from standard. On the basis of a Patient Specific Direction and with signed authorisation administer:
Shingles immunisation Flu immunisation Pneumococcal immunisation Vitamin B injections
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good General Education Qualified to NVQ level 3 Experience within a GP Practice Patient Health Checks, Blood Pressures Basic first aid knowledge Health and safety awareness
Desirable
Knowledge SystmOne clinical systems
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 High Green Medical Practice
Address Mary Potter Centre in Hyson Green
Gregory Boulevard
Nottingham
NG7 5HY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.highgreenmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)