About this role
Job summary
Applications will not be reviewed after 14/01/2026.
An experienced minor ops trained Health Care Assistant working in conjunction with other health care professionals to assist in Vasectomy procedures for patients in the primary care setting.
The post holder will be trained to assist in minor operations procedures and deliver a high standard of patient care as a Clinical employee, using clinical skill, and a broad and in-depth theoretical knowledge base.
Main duties of the job
Manage own clinical workload, responding effectively to identified patient health need
Assist in Vasectomy procedures
Provide patient counselling sessions and advice ahead of vasectomy procedure about treatments
Maintain minor operations training and knowledge of latest guidelines local and national guidance related to respiratory management
About us
Sutton PCNs is the network of Sutton PCNs working together in Sutton and is also the local GP Federation. All GP practices in Sutton are shareholders (members) of the Sutton PCNs and our Board provides clear leadership through strong GP practice/PCN representation. Our mission is to work collaboratively with patients, practices, the emerging Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and staff to deliver consistently outstanding health and care services for all our communities.
As is the case elsewhere, Primary Care in Sutton is under extreme pressure. The challenge for Sutton PCNs is to work in partnership with our local ICB our four PCNs (and 24 practices) and the wider Integrated Care System in Southwest London to help shape and implement the transformation of Primary Care in Sutton to ensure that it can both survive and thrive while shifting to population health approaches to health and care.
The Sutton PCNs shape and deliver health care with our practices to improve patient outcomes. We have developed a comprehensive strategy for the development of the Sutton PCNs. The post holder will have a key role in supporting the development of our Extended Access and as such will be required to have significant experience of either primary care or development of small or emerging organisations. You'll be joining a great team in a great place, where your commitment will be genuinely valued, your skills respected, and your ambition rewarded.
Job description Job responsibilities
Participate in regular MDT meetings and clinical supervision as required Promote evidence-based practice using the latest research-based guidelines and participate in practice-based research where appropriate. Provide a holistic service to patients, their families and carers, developing, where appropriate, an on-going plan of care/support, which includes advice on prevention and self-care. Promote health and well-being using health promotion, health education and therapeutic communication skills.
Record contemporaneous, accurate consultation data in patients records in accordance with the latest NMC guidance and other pertinent standards. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance Make professionally autonomous decisions for which he/she is accountable.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Previous primary care experience and knowledge of the working of general practice Clinically competent in undertaking patient assessments and counselling Change-management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle
Desirable
Change-management skills and experience of leading a team initiative or change. Motivational interviewing
Skills & Abilities Essential
Awareness of the structure and working of a primary care service Knowledge and understanding of the national and local health priorities Awareness of the legal and ethical framework surrounding autonomous practice Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Willingness to undertake training as required. Work within a multicultural environment Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care Experience of using EMIS
Qualifications Essential
Certificate in Healthcare Support Services Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Minor Operations Training
Desirable
Degree Qualification BSc / MSc
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Sutton Primary Care Networks
Address Thomas Wall Centre
52 Benhill Avenue
Sutton
Surrey
SM1 4DP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.suttonpcns.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)