Job summary
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Layton Medical Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about patient care and looking to develop their skills in a busy general practice setting.
As an integral part of our clinical team, you will provide essential support to GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, helping to ensure the highest standard of patient care.
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will support the practice team in delivering a range of clinical and administrative tasks, including but not limited to:
phlebotomy.
Conducting ECGs and blood pressure monitoring.
Performing NHS Health Checks and Enhanced Health checks
Supporting the Practice Nurses with long-term condition management, including diabetes, AF, and hypertension obs reviews.
Carrying out height, weight, and BMI measurements.
Processing specimens (urine, swabs) and conducting basic diagnostic tests.
Providing lifestyle advice to patients, including smoking cessation and weight management.
Updating and maintaining patient records accurately in the clinical system.
About us
Layton Medical Centre is a well-established, forward-thinking GP practice dedicated to providing high-quality primary care to our diverse patient population. Our team consists of GPs, ANP's, nurses, HCAs, pharmacists, and administrative staff who work collaboratively to ensure efficient, patient-centred care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the clinical team by:
Delivering safe and effective patient care under the supervision of practice nurses and GPs.
Conducting basic clinical procedures, such as venepuncture, ECGs, and health checks.
Assisting with the management of chronic disease reviews.
Supporting patients with lifestyle advice and preventative care.
Handling specimens and diagnostic testing as per clinical guidelines.
Maintaining infection control procedures and ensuring all clinical areas are well-stocked.
Accurately documenting clinical data and patient interactions in electronic records.
The role requires a proactive, caring, and professional approach to patient care, ensuring a high standard of service at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the clinical team by:
Delivering safe and effective patient care under the supervision of practice nurses and GPs.
Conducting basic clinical procedures, such as venepuncture, ECGs, and health checks.
Assisting with the management of chronic disease reviews.
Supporting patients with lifestyle advice and preventative care.
Handling specimens and diagnostic testing as per clinical guidelines.
Maintaining infection control procedures and ensuring all clinical areas are well-stocked.
Accurately documenting clinical data and patient interactions in electronic records.
The role requires a proactive, caring, and professional approach to patient care, ensuring a high standard of service at all times.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in phlebotomy.
- Strong communication and patient interaction skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- IT literacy, with experience using EMIS.
- Understanding of infection control, confidentiality, and safeguarding protolcols.
Qualifications
Essential
- Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP surgery, hospital, or community setting.
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification/experience).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in phlebotomy.
- Strong communication and patient interaction skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- IT literacy, with experience using EMIS.
- Understanding of infection control, confidentiality, and safeguarding protolcols.
Qualifications
Essential
- Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP surgery, hospital, or community setting.
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification/experience).
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.
