About this role
Job summary
We are a friendly, enthusiastic, successful, well organised GMS training Practice seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare assistant who shares our commitment to delivering high-quality services to our patients. You would join our long-established nursing team, led by a supportive Practice Nurse Mentor who is motivated to provide a high standard of care in the most effective and efficient way with great emphasis on up-to-date guidelines and standards. Ideally, we require a fully trained Healthcare assistant, however, full training will be provided for the right candidate. This is a part-time position working 15-20 hours a week with the opportunity for career development.
Main duties of the job
We require our Healthcare Assistant to provide core duties such as blood pressure monitoring, taking blood, ECG& holters, health checks, assisting with minor operations & coils, B12 & flu vaccinations, simple dressings, removal of sutures, INR/Warfarin , stocking Doctors rooms and checking fridge temperatures. Previous experience of EMIS would be an advantage. If you are new to the role, full training will be provided for the right candidate.
About us
We have a modern, purpose-built surgery in pleasant surroundings.
3 partners and 6 salaried doctors.
12,000 patients, semi rural practice
Full complement of supportive and committed clinical & admin staff including:
- Supportive, experienced lead nurse/mentor
- Part-time Advanced Nurse Practitioner
- Clinical Pharmacists
- Ultrasound, ECGs, First Contact Physio, Podiatrist
Highly skilled reception and admin teams processing clinical correspondence
High QOF achievement, extensive enhanced services
Part of successful Federation supporting extended access provision and other services
Working collaboratively with four other practices as part of the Banstead PCN
CQC rated Good
Training practice with GP registrars plus placements for medical students from St Georges and nursing students via the PCN
EMIS Web, Anima, Docman 10
Competitive salary according to experience
Job description Job responsibilities
We require our Healthcare Assistant to provide core duties such as blood pressure monitoring, taking blood, ECG& holters, health checks, assisting with minor operations & coils, B12 & flu vaccinations, simple dressings, removal of sutures, INR/Warfarin , stocking Doctors rooms and checking fridge temperatures. Previous experience of EMIS would be an advantage. If you are new to the role, full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a nursing team Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients
Desirable
Experience of working in primary care Experience of working in a GP practice
Knowledge and skills Essential
Ability to provide quality care Good interpersonal and communication skills Basic IT skills
Qualifications Essential
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths. Willingness to undertake relevant healthcare training and development. Care Certificate, or willingness to complete the Care Certificate within an agreed time frame.
Desirable
NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent). Previous healthcare or care-related training. Relevant clinical skills training.
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 Heathcote Medical Centre
Address Heathcote Medical Centre
Heathcote
Tadworth
Surrey
KT20 5TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.heathcotemedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)