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Goldington Avenue Surgery

Health Care Assistant

The closing date is 18 July 2025

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Job summary

Goldington Avenue surgery is seeking an experienced part-time health care assistant to join our dynamic and friendly healthcare team. The position is for 24 hours per week, but this can be flexible for the right candidate. The role will play a pivotal role in delivering clinical care to our patients. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with a passion for patient-centred care and clinical excellence.

You will become a part of a forward-thinking training practice which has significantly evolved during these times of change to enable us to provide excellent patient care, whilst protecting and supporting our valued team.

Main duties of the job

Phlebotomy NHS health checks ECG recording 24 hour ECG and BP monitoring

Part 1 diabetic checks (physical checks) Giving Flu, Pneumococcal, Shingles vaccinations and B12 injections under a patient specific direction when required.

Simple dressings including removal of staples or sutures Urinalysis Chaperoning

Assist GP's in minor surgery and coil clinics

Working strictly within the guidelines and boundaries that are set, referring to the lead nurse or duty doctor for any clinical decisions that are to be made.

Attend and participate in any practice meetings and training when required

To assist in seasonal and special projects as requested e.g. Flu campaign

Non clinical responsibility with maintaining stock, equipment and the clinical rooms, general administration.

About us

Goldington Avenue Surgery is a supportive GP surgery, committed to delivering exceptional care and improving patient outcomes. We have just under 19,000 patients and operate over two sites within Bedford town. We have been accredited with several awards including our Pride in practice LGBTQ+ Gold award, our Veterans Friendly Practice award and our Dementia Awareness Practice award.

Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide high-quality services, and we are now looking to expand our nursing team by adding a dedicated and experienced health care assistant to help us continue our mission of your care matters.

We offer:

Supportive team environment

Modern approach: We are a forward-thinking practice, embracing the modern general practice model to ensure we deliver the best care to our patients and foster a positive work environment.

Strong leadership: Our partners are approachable, supportive, and committed to making this an excellent place to work.

Continuous development: We value ongoing professional development and will support you to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

A chance to be part of an innovative and modern practice that values its staff.

NHS pension scheme.

Flexible working options.

Details

Date posted

18 June 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0118-25-0002

Job locations

85 Goldington Avenue

Bedford

MK40 3DB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Phlebotomy

NHS health checks

ECG recording

24 hour ECG and BP monitoring

Part 1 diabetic checks (physical checks)

Giving Flu, Pneumococcal, Shingles vaccinations and B12 injections under a patient specific direction when required

Simple dressings including removal of staples or sutures

Urinalysis

Chaperoning

Assist GP's in minor surgery and coil clinics

Working strictly within the guidelines and boundaries that are set, referring to the lead nurse or duty doctor for any clinical decisions that are to be made.

Attend and participate in any practice meetings and training when required

To assist in seasonal and special projects as requested e.g. Flu campaign

Non clinical responsibility with maintaining stock, equipment and the clinical rooms, general administration.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Phlebotomy

NHS health checks

ECG recording

24 hour ECG and BP monitoring

Part 1 diabetic checks (physical checks)

Giving Flu, Pneumococcal, Shingles vaccinations and B12 injections under a patient specific direction when required

Simple dressings including removal of staples or sutures

Urinalysis

Chaperoning

Assist GP's in minor surgery and coil clinics

Working strictly within the guidelines and boundaries that are set, referring to the lead nurse or duty doctor for any clinical decisions that are to be made.

Attend and participate in any practice meetings and training when required

To assist in seasonal and special projects as requested e.g. Flu campaign

Non clinical responsibility with maintaining stock, equipment and the clinical rooms, general administration.

Person Specification

About the candidate

Essential

  • Were looking for a team player with a compassionate, patient-focused approach and strong communication skills.
  • All applicants should have the following:
  • A qualification in phlebotomy/venepuncture.
  • Experience of working within a GP practice.
  • Knowledge and previous use of SystmOne.
  • Confidence and competence in a health care environment with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to work independently within your scope of practice.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
  • Forward thinking and strive to develop innovative ideas and new ways of working, that address the health needs of the practice, whilst motivating and encouraging others to do the same.

Desirable

  • Successful completion of the Care Certificate.
  • Level 2/3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent.
Person Specification

About the candidate

Essential

  • Were looking for a team player with a compassionate, patient-focused approach and strong communication skills.
  • All applicants should have the following:
  • A qualification in phlebotomy/venepuncture.
  • Experience of working within a GP practice.
  • Knowledge and previous use of SystmOne.
  • Confidence and competence in a health care environment with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to work independently within your scope of practice.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
  • Forward thinking and strive to develop innovative ideas and new ways of working, that address the health needs of the practice, whilst motivating and encouraging others to do the same.

Desirable

  • Successful completion of the Care Certificate.
  • Level 2/3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent.

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

Goldington Avenue Surgery

Address

85 Goldington Avenue

Bedford

MK40 3DB


Employer's website

https://www.goldingtonavenuesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Goldington Avenue Surgery

Address

85 Goldington Avenue

Bedford

MK40 3DB


Employer's website

https://www.goldingtonavenuesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

GP Partner

Dr Eleanor Prior

eleanor.prior1@nhs.net

01234349531

Details

Date posted

18 June 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0118-25-0002

Job locations

85 Goldington Avenue

Bedford

MK40 3DB


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