Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic,
professional, and reliable Practice Healthcare Assistant to join our excellent
Nursing Team & Practice. Experience working within a General Practice
environment and phlebotomy skills are desirable and preferred, with salary
negotiable dependent on experience. A friendly personality, competent clinical skills,
and an ability to work autonomously within a busy team environment is essential.
The post holder will work under the indirect
supervision of the Lead Nurses and Practice management team to undertaking tasks
and duties they have been delegated whilst following clear policy and
procedures. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to
meet the needs of patients
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
(including but not limited to):
Venepuncture
ECG recording
Blood Pressure monitoring
Diabetic foot checks
Basic observation recording
Urinalysis
Chaperoning duties
Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by
GPs/nurses
Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring, and recording
Equipment re-stocking and stock rotation
About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen at our friendly, supportive
practice for a Healthcare Assistant to join us in working to provide an
excellent quality service to our patients.
Our efficient and motivated team consists of:
2 GP partners and 5 Salaried GPs.
1 Clinical Pharmacist.
3 Practice Nurses, a Nurse Associate, a HCA and a Phlebotomist.
1 Specialist Respiratory Nurse.
1 Specialist Diabetic Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
1 First Contact Physiotherapist.
1 MIND Mental Health Worker.
1
Mental Health Worker
Regular returning Locum ANP and
GPs.
A team of community Midwifes.
Great relationship with the District Nurse team, based in
the building. An organised and friendly patient co-ordinator and admin
team.We are a progressive practice with a passion for
providing excellent patient care. We have strong developing links in the local
community and are committed to ensuring a focus on work-life balance and
wellbeing
Job description
Job responsibilities
Venepuncture
ECG recording
Blood Pressure monitoring
Diabetic foot checks
Basic observation recording
Urinalysis
Chaperoning duties
Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by
GPs/nurses
Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring, and recording
Equipment re-stocking and stock rotation
Experience
Essential:
Experience within a healthcare setting/nursing
team
Desirable:
Experience in a GP Practice
Qualifications
Essential:
Good General Education
Qualified in Phlebotomy
Computer literate
Desirable:
Qualified to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent)
Knowledge of EMIS or similar system
Care Certificate
Job description
Job responsibilities
Venepuncture
ECG recording
Blood Pressure monitoring
Diabetic foot checks
Basic observation recording
Urinalysis
Chaperoning duties
Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by
GPs/nurses
Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring, and recording
Equipment re-stocking and stock rotation
Experience
Essential:
Experience within a healthcare setting/nursing
team
Desirable:
Experience in a GP Practice
Qualifications
Essential:
Good General Education
Qualified in Phlebotomy
Computer literate
Desirable:
Qualified to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent)
Knowledge of EMIS or similar system
Care Certificate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- An understanding, acceptance, and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
- Able to work on own initiative and work autonomously
- Able to work under pressure and remain calm
- Flexible and adaptable
- Aware of own limitations
- Ability to provide quality care
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good team working skills
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions.
- Adaptable to change.
Desirable
- Experience in a GP Practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Good General Education
- Qualified in Phlebotomy
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Knowledge of EMIS or similar system
- Care Certificate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- An understanding, acceptance, and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
- Able to work on own initiative and work autonomously
- Able to work under pressure and remain calm
- Flexible and adaptable
- Aware of own limitations
- Ability to provide quality care
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good team working skills
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions.
- Adaptable to change.
Desirable
- Experience in a GP Practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Good General Education
- Qualified in Phlebotomy
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Knowledge of EMIS or similar system
- Care Certificate
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.