About this role
Job summary
Hicks Group Practice is a forward thinking, multisite GP practice serving patients across Huntingdon and Godmanchester. We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team.
We are looking for someone who is caring, approachable and confident communicating with patients from all backgrounds. You should be organised, reliable and comfortable working in a busy environment, with the ability to work independently while also being a supportive member of the wider practice team.
Previous experience in a healthcare setting and relevant clinical competencies would be advantageous.
Main duties of the job
This is a varied and rewarding role, supporting our clinical team and helping patients manage their health and wellbeing. You will undertake a range of clinical duties, including phlebotomy, health checks, recording observations, ECGs and supporting chronic disease monitoring, recording medical data into templates and medical records within SystmOne, depending on your training and competencies.
About us
The ideal candidate will enjoy working strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols. The HCA will support the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of quality health and care services.
In return, you will join a welcoming team where your contribution is valued, have opportunities to develop your clinical skills and make a genuine difference to the health of our local community.
If you are passionate about patient care and want to be part of a team that makes a difference every day, we would love to hear from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide comprehensive phlebotomy, health screening and health promotion support services to the GPs, other healthcare professionals and patients. Working under the direct supervision of the Nurse Team Leader.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential: Basic literacy and numeracy skills (often demonstrated by GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 94 / A*C, or Functional Skills Level 2).
- Communication: Ability to communicate clearly, empathetically, and patiently with distressed, elderly, or unwell patients and their families.
- IT Literacy: Basic computer skills to record patient observations and update electronic health records accurately.
- Teamwork: Ability to follow instructions from registered nurses and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Compassion & Empathy: Treating every patient with kindness, respect, and dignity regardless of their background.
- Resilience: Ability to stay calm and professional in emotionally challenging, fast-paced, or physically demanding situations.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Confidentiality: Clear understanding of patient privacy, dignity, and data protection (GDPR).
Desirable
- Desirable: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent BTEC/diploma).
- Desirable: Basic Life Support (BLS) or manual handling training.
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
Hicks Group practice
Address
75 Ermine Street
Huntingdon
Cambridgeshire
PE29 3EZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.charleshicksmedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)