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Crocus Medical Practice

Healthcare Assistant

The closing date is 13 October 2025

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Job summary

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to join our clinical team. You will play a vital role in supporting patient care and assisting clinicians in delivering services.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

  • Phlebotomy (blood taking)
  • Blood pressure checks, ECGs, and urinalysis
  • NHS Health Checks and lifestyle advice
  • Wound care and dressings
  • Assisting with chronic disease reviews
  • Supporting vaccination clinics (e.g. flu, COVID)
  • Maintaining clinical areas and stock control
  • Accurate documentation and use of SystmOne

About us

We are a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice committed to delivering high-quality patient care. We are a supportive team with a passion for teaching, innovation and excellent patient care.

We offer -

  • Supportive and inclusive team environment
  • Opportunities for training and development
  • NHS pension scheme
  • Free parking/on-site facilities

Details

Date posted

30 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

A0617-25-0004

Job locations

Saffron Walden Hospital

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 3HY


The Surgery

High Street

Great Chesterford

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB10 1PL


Job description

Job responsibilities

As our Healthcare Assistant you will work under the supervision of the nursing team and GPs to provide high-quality care to patients. This role supports the delivery of clinical services and contributes to the smooth running of the practice.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As our Healthcare Assistant you will work under the supervision of the nursing team and GPs to provide high-quality care to patients. This role supports the delivery of clinical services and contributes to the smooth running of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Desirable

  • Previous experience in a healthcare setting - preferably primary care.
  • Phlebotomy trained - desirable.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to patient confidentiality and safeguarding.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Desirable

  • Previous experience in a healthcare setting - preferably primary care.
  • Phlebotomy trained - desirable.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to patient confidentiality and safeguarding.

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

Crocus Medical Practice

Address

Saffron Walden Hospital

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 3HY


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Crocus Medical Practice

Address

Saffron Walden Hospital

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 3HY


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Ann Ashton-Jones

a.ashton-jones@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

30 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

A0617-25-0004

Job locations

Saffron Walden Hospital

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 3HY


The Surgery

High Street

Great Chesterford

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB10 1PL


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