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The Garth Surgery

Healthcare Assistant

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Job summary

The Garth Surgery is expanding its nursing team and we are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly gang!

Main duties of the job

Experience in Primary Care is preferred for this new role; you will be participating in long term clinics, NHS Health Checks, providing routine checks i.e. BP, venepuncture, patient measurements, spirometry and vaccination and injections. This list is not exhaustive and we are always looking for new initiatives and roles.

About us

We are a 6-partner training General Practice based in Guisborough, Cleveland looking to recruit an enthusiastic experienced receptionist/administrator to join our existing team to make a difference to the care of our patients

We have a list size of nearly 11,400 and we continue to grow. We are fortunate to work with a lovely team who create a supportive environment to work in.

As a training practice we have a strong focus on education and encourage and support personal development. A competitive salary will be offered to reflect the successful candidates experience and qualifications.

Details

Date posted

22 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,350 to £26,871 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0612-25-0000

Job locations

Rectory Lane

Guisborough

Cleveland

TS14 7DJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

a. Undertake new patient and NHS Health checks

b. Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes

c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately

d. Facilitate routine BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly

e. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required

f. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics

g. Carry out BMI checks as directed

h. Act as a chaperone as required

i. Perform venepuncture

j. Administer flu vaccinations and other injections under PSD

k. When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervison of the practice nurse

l. Carry out ECGs as requested

m. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation

n. Provide support during minor operations as required

o. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session

p. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance

q. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy

Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Job description

Job responsibilities

a. Undertake new patient and NHS Health checks

b. Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes

c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately

d. Facilitate routine BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly

e. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required

f. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics

g. Carry out BMI checks as directed

h. Act as a chaperone as required

i. Perform venepuncture

j. Administer flu vaccinations and other injections under PSD

k. When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervison of the practice nurse

l. Carry out ECGs as requested

m. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation

n. Provide support during minor operations as required

o. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session

p. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance

q. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy

Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Person Specification

Other important bits

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills is a must - we strive to provide an excellent service for our patients but also work hard to create a strong team
  • Experience of using Systmone clinical software
  • Ability to follow guidelines and procedures

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE in English and Maths Grade 4 and above
  • Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
  • Phlebotomy certification

Desirable

  • Ear syringing certification
Person Specification

Other important bits

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills is a must - we strive to provide an excellent service for our patients but also work hard to create a strong team
  • Experience of using Systmone clinical software
  • Ability to follow guidelines and procedures

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE in English and Maths Grade 4 and above
  • Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
  • Phlebotomy certification

Desirable

  • Ear syringing certification

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 Garth Surgery

Address

Rectory Lane

Guisborough

Cleveland

TS14 7DJ


Employer's website

https://www.thegarthsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Garth Surgery

Address

Rectory Lane

Guisborough

Cleveland

TS14 7DJ


Employer's website

https://www.thegarthsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Tara Rose

tara.rose@nhs.net

01287638658

Details

Date posted

22 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,350 to £26,871 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0612-25-0000

Job locations

Rectory Lane

Guisborough

Cleveland

TS14 7DJ


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