About this role
Job summary
Working under the supervision and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.
Main duties of the job
Phlebotomy Blood Pressure Monitoring ECG Recording Spirometry Hypertension Reviews Patient health checks including Learning Disabilities, Mental health and NHS health Checks Diabetic Foot Checks Vaccination and immunisation within HCA competencies Basic wound careEar Syringing Chaperoning duties Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs or nurses. Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment. Vaccine or cold chain storage, monitoring and recording. Re-stocking and stock rotation of consumables Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms and trolleys Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions, including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual. Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted. Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being.
About us
A friendly, successful, and well-organised practice is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our team and share our commitment to delivering high-quality services to our patients.
The practice is well known for its strong commitment to teaching and learning, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further their career within a forward-thinking environment.
We serve the BD4 community, a diverse and deprived area of Bradford. Our staff genuinely care about our patients, and the wide range of medical needs within the community means that no two shifts are ever the same.
Our multidisciplinary team consists of 5 GP Partners, 8 Salaried GPs, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP), Pharmacists, a Nursing Team, HCA and Phlebotomy Team, Clinical Administration Team, Patient Services Team, and Management Team.
The practice also hosts clinics for Community and PCN roles, including Midwives, First Contact Physiotherapists, Mental Health Practitioners, and Social Prescribers. In addition, we have strong links with the local community and voluntary sector organisations, supporting both mental health and wider social needs for our patients.
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant who is confident in delivering a range of clinical and patient support duties. You should have experience in phlebotomy, blood pressure monitoring, ECGs and spirometry, along with supporting chronic disease management including hypertension reviews, diabetic foot checks and NHS health checks. The role requires you to carry out vaccinations (within competency), basic wound care, and ear syringing, as well as assist clinicians during minor procedures. You will be responsible for processing laboratory samples, maintaining infection control standards, managing stock, and ensuring clinical rooms are prepared and well-equipped. You should also be comfortable supporting patients through chaperoning, promoting health and wellbeing, and undertaking delegated care tasks while contributing to accurate data collection.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
HCA Qualifications
Experience Essential
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills Is driven, hardworking and can work under pressure Understanding of clinical governance and quality issues as well as health and social policy Able to work as part of a team and under own initiative Able to work across both sites and perform home visits Competent user of GP Clinical Systems (Ideally S1)
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 Bowling Highfield Medical Practice
Address Rooley Lane
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD4 7SS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bowlinghallmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)