About this role
Job summary
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Practice Nurses and GP team to support the delivery of clinical services to our patients.
Duties will include
- Venepuncture and blood sample collection for laboratory testing.
- Recording accurate clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, height, weight and BMI.
- New patient health checks.
- NHS Health Checks.
- ECG recording.
- Assisting with chronic disease monitoring and recall programmes.
- Wound care and simple dressings (where appropriately trained).
- Vaccination and immunisation support.
- Urinalysis and specimen management.
- Infection prevention and control activities.
- Stock management, monitoring clinical supplies and equipment.
- Maintaining accurate electronic patient records using the clinical system.
- Supporting clinicians in delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care.
Main duties of the job
Duties will include
- Venepuncture and blood sample collection for laboratory testing.
- Recording accurate clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, height, weight and BMI.
- New patient health checks.
- NHS Health Checks.
- ECG recording.
- Assisting with chronic disease monitoring and recall programmes.
- Wound care and simple dressings (where appropriately trained).
- Vaccination and immunisation support.
- Urinalysis and specimen management.
- Infection prevention and control activities.
- Stock management, monitoring clinical supplies and equipment.
- Maintaining accurate electronic patient records using the clinical system.
- Supporting clinicians in delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care.
About us
Issa Medical is a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice committed to delivering high-quality patient care to our local population, across two large sites. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive working environment, investing in staff development, and promoting a positive team culture.
Due to continued growth and service development, we are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Assistant/Phlebotomist to join our clinical team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about patient care and enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The Healthcare Assistant/Phlebotomist will work as part of the primary healthcare team, supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective patient care within the practice. The post holder will undertake a range of clinical duties including venepuncture, health promotion, basic clinical observations and support for chronic disease management programmes, working under the supervision of the nursing team/GPs and in accordance with practice policies and procedures.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Perform venepuncture safely and competently in accordance with practice protocols.
- Prepare, label and process specimens for laboratory collection.
- Undertake clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, height, weight and BMI measurements.
- Carry out NHS Health Checks and new patient health assessments where appropriately trained.
- Perform ECG recordings.
- Undertake urinalysis and assist with specimen collection.
- Assist clinicians with wound care and simple dressings within competency levels.
- Support the management of patients with long-term conditions including recall and monitoring programmes.
- Promote healthy lifestyles and provide basic health education to patients.
- Recognise and report any safeguarding concerns in line with local and national guidance.
Patient Care
- Deliver care in a professional, compassionate and patient-centred manner.
- Ensure patients are treated with dignity, respect and confidentiality at all times.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Respond appropriately to patient queries and concerns.
Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and confidential patient records using the practice clinical system.
- Complete clinical templates and data entry accurately.
- Support practice call and recall programmes.
- Assist with maintaining stock levels and ordering clinical supplies as required.
Infection Prevention and Control
- Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of clinical areas.
- Ensure safe handling and disposal of clinical waste and sharps.
Professional Responsibilities
- Work within own scope of competence and seek support when required.
- Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development.
- Attend practice meetings and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
- Comply with all practice policies, NHS guidelines, Health and Safety requirements, GDPR and confidentiality standards.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Diploma/NVQ in Health and Social Care.
- Evidence of phlebotomy training and competency.
- Experience taking venous blood samples from adults.
- Experience working in a general practice setting.
Desirable
- Experience taking venous blood samples from children.
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
Issa Medical Centre
Address
73 St Gregory Road
Preston
Lancashire
PR1 6YA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.issamedicalgroup.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)