About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our Team.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, we aim to treat and manage the needs of our patient demographic to improve the health of the local community. Working in our modern purpose-built medical centre with a diverse practice population of approx. 19,000, you will never be bored.
Main duties of the job
Job Summary:
The HCA will be able to assess the clinical needs of patients.They will be expected to provide care/treatment in conjunction with the GP, as appropriate and according to Practice policy, protocol, SOP etc.The HCA will advise patients in general health care and minor ailments with referral to General Practitioners when necessary.
About us
Our Nursing team consists of 1 phlebotomist, 4 HCAs, 5 Practice Nurses and 4 Nurse Practitioners managed by a Nursing Team Manager. We are looking for a new HCA to join our Nursing team for 18 hours a week.
As a practice we provide teaching for medical students, participation in research studies and participation in service transformation pilots.
Job description Job responsibilities
Identify, and participate as appropriate, in treatment plans for patients both at risk of developing a long-term condition and with a diagnosed chronic disease.
Long-term condition reviewsNHS Health checksDressing and wound management, including compression bandaging/hosiery and leg Ulcer care.Suture and clip removal.Aid/chaperone to GP during clinical procedures, e.g. minor operations etc.Specimen collection e.g. msu, pregnancy tests, occult blood, faeces for O&S, sputum, etc. The HCA will be responsible for labelling samples, form filling and ensuring timely preparation of specimens for collection to laboratory.General observations e.g. BP, pulse and temperature.ECGUse and care of nebulisers.The HCA will be responsible for upkeep and maintenance of medical equipment.Ensure the maintenance of stock levels in the Treatment Room relating to patient care.Vaccinations/Injections
Flu vaccination clinics/any other vaccination clinics as deemed appropriate.Any other routine injection e.g., B12, Shingles, Pneumococcal etcPerson Specification
Good IT skillsTeam playerEnthusiasticFlexible approachCan Do personJob Types:Part-time, Permanent
Monday OFF
Tuesday 13:30 18:00 (4.5)
Wednesday 13:30 18:00 (4.5)
Thursday 13:30 18:00 (4.5)
Friday 13:30 18:00 (4.5)
Person Specification
Experience Desirable
Experience of working in a GP practice
Qualifications Essential
Qualified in Phlebotomy Qualified in Dressings and wound care Qualified in Compression
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 Bosmere Medical Practice
Address The Bosmere Medical Practice
Solent Road
Havant
Hampshire
PO9 1DQ
Employer's website https://bosmerepractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)