About this role
Job summary
We are looking to employ a reliable, compassionate, and experienced Healthcare Assistant (HCA) on a long-term locum basis to support our GP surgery on a part-time basis. The role involves assisting the clinical team with patient observations, blood pressure checks, blood taking, NHS health checks, and other clinical duties within the individual's training and competence. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, maintain patient confidentiality, and provide safe, respectful, and patient-centred care. We are looking for someone who is committed, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of our team to support the delivery of high-quality patient care.
Main duties of the job
Blood tests
Blood pressure checks
Pulse rate and rhythm
Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory
Height and weight body mass index
ECG
Basic dressings
Ordering maintaining stock levels and control in treatment area.
Conduct chronic disease health reviews
Conduct LD SMI health reviews
Conduct NHS health checks
Prepare and maintain environments during and after patient care interventions
Provide chaperone services for patients and clinicians
Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted
Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competenc
Re-stocking consulting rooms
B12 Flu vaccinations
Diabetes checks including foot checks
Pre-diabetes and diet/lifestyle advice
Hypertension reviews
Fridge checks
About us
New Otley Road Medical Practice is a successful GP practice based at Hillside Bridge Health Centre and The Family Practice. This is an exciting time to join our successful team as we strive to provide our community with excellent patient care.
If you want to be part of a forward-thinking practice who ensures their staff are well led and where everyone is important to ensure the practice runs smoothly and effectively. Apply today to be part of our friendly team. We are also a teaching practice for nursing & GP medical students.
If you have not received a response within two weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful.
Job description Job responsibilities
JOB TITLE: HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT (HCA) (Part Time)
ACCOUNTABLE TO: General Practice Nurse Manager and Partners
Job Purpose:
To be part of the primary healthcare team providing high quality and forward-thinking nursing care to meet the holistic healthcare needs of the practice population.
Job summary:
The post holder works under indirect supervision of the practice nurse team leader and undertakes tasks and duties delegated by the practice nurse team leader or a suitably qualified regulated professional. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, following practice policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
1. CommunicationThe post holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication2. Personal and people developmentThe post-holder will participate in any training program implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Take responsibility for own developmental learning and performance, including participating in supervision Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development Work with management on any new training requirements To recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working in the primary health care team Be aware of the legal issues pertinent to the role of an HCA Participation in annual staff review and development, including taking responsibility for maintain a record of won personal and/or professional development Undertaking modules in the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) programme or equivalent, as appropriate3. Health, safety and security
Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks Use appropriate infection control procedures and maintain work areas in each clinical room so that they are clean, safe and free from hazards reporting of any potential risks identified, including: Assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy. Hand washing Universal hygiene procedures Collection and handling of laboratory specimens Segregation and disposal of waste materials Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipmentReporting and treatment of sharps injuries
Dealing with blood and body fluid spillages Assist patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measure Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs within area of responsibility Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate Be aware of statutory child health procedures and statutory local guidance and referral criteria Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring and maintaining of equipment and furniture within your area of responsibility Use the computer monitor safely Be able to identify the risks to health of microbiological and chemical hazards within the working environment according to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health4. Service improvement
Be aware of and, if appropriate, assist in current clinical audit Work with colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other initiatives Deal with stock and maintain equipment Deal with requests from patients and clinical staff for health information leaflets5. QualityThe post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk in the care of patients Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems Practice in accordance with agreed standards of care Enable patients to access appropriate professionals in the team Ensure stock items under your control are ordered and available in the treatment and consulting rooms Know how clinical governance affects the HCA role and bring to the attention of more senior staff any specific risk situation Know the practice's policies, especially the whistle-blowing policy, available in the practice staff handbook Be able to manage your own time effectively Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the tem by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance6. Equality and diversityThe post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Act in ways that recognise the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour Act as a chaperoneRoles:1. Clinical nursing Practice
Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received appropriate training: Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations: Blood Pressure Pulse Rate and Rhythm Temperature Height And Weight - Body Mass Index Visual Acuity Venepuncture Ecg Health Checks Phlebotomy Spirometry Peak Flow Measuring Chaperoning duties Urinalysis and pregnancy testing Simple or review dressings Processing and management of laboratory samples requested or taken by GPs. Nurses Preparing and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted Assisting with the collection and collation of data n needs related to health and well-being. Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual Undertaking any other clinical activity that has been delegated and taught Work within Leg club and develop wound dressing skills2. Supporting the clinical team
The healthcare assistant also provides support for other members of the primary healthcare team and contributes towards the coordination of the team activities.
Tasks include:
Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment, enduring regular servicing is undertaken and documented. Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Clearing and re-Stocking consulting rooms Assist nursing team in the stock control and ordering necessary medical supplies Ordering and maintain the health promotion and information materials available in the practice and on display in the waiting rooms, ensuring such displays are tidy and contemporary. Maintaining and order stockConfidentiality:
While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect the staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their careers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source s to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.Information processes:
Record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and the practice Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of working within primary care HCA experience within NHS Hospital or community setting Experience of dealing with patients
Desirable
Experience of working in a GP practice
Qualifications Essential
GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths Care Certificate in Health and Social Care Phlebotomy Certificate ECG
Desirable
Spirometry
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 New Otley Road Medical Practice - Hillside Bridge
Address 4 Butler Street West
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD3 0BS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.drakbarssurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)