About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen at the Barnard Medical Group for a Health Care Assistant.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our established nuring team. The successful candidate will work alongside the practice nursing team and as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team, in delivering care to the practice patient population.
The successful post holder will possess excellent communication skills, be enthusiastic, compassionate and committed to delivering the highest standard of patient care within their professional scope of practice.
Main duties of the job
Candidates must have prior experience of working with a General Practice setting and be performing/performed a similar role.
Core Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with the nursing/multi-disciplinary team, seeking guidance when necessary.Undertake New Patient NHS Health Checks.Participate in annual Learning Disabilitiy Reviews.Participate in annual Mental Health Reviews.Participate in QOF/GP Premium recalls as requested.Undertake weight management reviewsCarry out/record baseline observations such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, & pulse oximitery.Record height, weight & perform urine analysis.Undertake wound care and dressings that are non compression.Support the nursing team in the management of chronic diseases.Carry out ECG's as requested.Perform Venepunture in accordance with practice protocols.Ensure all clinical rooms are stocked and prepared for each sessionAct as a chaperone when requested.Perform removal of sutures and staples.Carry out urinalysis.Participate in practice audits i.e. Infection Control.Support and participate in shared learning with the practice.This role profile is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only.
In return we are offering;
An attractive employment package (salary/hours negotiable).
A generous holiday allowance.
Endless support from an incredible team.
Informal visits are welcome and encouraged.
About us
The Barnard Medical Group is a dynamic, ever evolving practice with 3 GP Partners, 5 Associate GPs, 4 Practice Nurses, 1 Healthcare Assistant, 3 in house-Pharmacists, a Mental Health Practitioner, First Contact Physiotherapist, in addition to a large reception and administractive team.
Job description Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
Candidates must have prior experience of working with a General Practice setting and be performing/performed a similar role.
Core Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with the nursing/multi-disciplinary team, seeking guidance when necessary. Undertake New Patient NHS Health Checks. Participate in annual Learning Disabilitiy Reviews. Participate in annual Mental Health Reviews. Participate in QOF/GP Premium recalls as requested. Undertake weight management reviews Carry out/record baseline observations such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, & pulse oximitery. Record height, weight & perform urine analysis. Undertake wound care and dressings that are non compression. Support the nursing team in the management of chronic diseases. Carry out ECG's as requested. Perform Venepunture in accordance with practice protocols. Ensure all clinical rooms are stocked and prepared for each session Act as a chaperone when requested. Perform removal of sutures and staples. Carry out urinalysis. Participate in practice audits i.e. Infection Control. Support and participate in shared learning with the practice.This role profile is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only.
In return we are offering;
An attractive employment package (salary/hours negotiable).
A generous holiday allowance.
Endless support from an incredible team.
Informal visits are welcome and encouraged.
The practice reserves the right to close this advertisment early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Candidates must have prior experience of working with a General Practice setting and be performing/performed a similar role.
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 Barnard Medical Group
Address Barnard Medical Group
43 Granville Road
Sidcup
Kent
DA14 4TA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barnardmedicalgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)