About this role
Job summary
About us
The Tredegar Practice a friendly, forward thinking GP surgery serving approximately 6000 patients. Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, nurses, HCAs, clinical pharmacists and administrative staff, all working together to provide high quality, patient centred care
About the role We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Healthcare Assistant to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will support the delivery of safe, effective care to our patients and help us manage increasing workload in a structured, sustainable way
Main duties of the job
Main duties (depending on experience and training)
Undertaking clinical observations (e.g. blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturations) Perform phlebotomy (valid phlebotomy training certificate required) and other routine clinical tasks, where trained and competent. ECG recording Urinalysis and specimen handling NHS Health Checks and other basic health screening Simple wound care and dressings (if trained) Supporting chronic disease reviews under the direction of a practice nurse or GP Recording information accurately in the clinical system (e.g. EMIS) Providing basic lifestyle advice (e.g. smoking cessation, weight, exercise) within agreed protocols About you We are looking for someone who:
Has previous experience as an HCA (ideally in primary care, but other settings considered) Holds, or is working towards, a recognised Care Certificate or equivalent Is organised, reliable and able to work both independently and as part of a team Has good communication skills and a caring, professional manner Is comfortable using IT systems and following clinical protocols Understands the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding
About us
We are a close team who's partners have been working together at The Tredegar Practice for over 30 years.
What we offer
Supportive, experienced clinical and administrative team Induction and supervision appropriate to your role Opportunities for ongoing training and development
Job description Job responsibilities
To support the GP and nursing team in the delivery of safe, effective, high quality patient care in the surgery and, where appropriate, in the community. The postholder will undertake delegated clinical and administrative tasks within their level of competence, following practice protocols, to help manage practice workload efficiently
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Essential Experience as a Healthcare Assistant / Healthcare Support Worker (primary care or other NHS setting) Basic clinical skills appropriate to the role Qualified in Phlebotomy Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and follow instructions & protocols Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems after training Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
Desirable Experience in General Practice Care Certificate or equivalent qualification Experience with EMIS Experience of NHS Health Checks, ECGs, wound care
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 The Tredegar Practice
Address The Tredegar Practice
35 St. Stephens Road
London
E3 5JD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.tredegarpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)