Job summary
We are looking for compassionate, dedicated, and reliable Health Care
Assistants to join our growing team. As a key member of our team, you will play
a vital role in delivering person-centred care and support to individuals
Main duties of the job
The following are the core responsibilities of the
Healthcare Assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out
other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing
levels:
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Undertake NHS Health Checks
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Carry out baseline observations such as pulse
oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings
accurately
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Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring,
advising patients accordingly
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Undertake wound care, dressings and other
clinical tasks as required
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Carry out BMI checks as directed
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Act as a chaperone as required
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Undertake venepuncture
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Administer vaccinations such as Shingles,
Pneumonia and flu vaccinations
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Carry out ECGs as requested
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Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for
onward transportation
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Provide support during minor operations as
required
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Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately
stocked and prepared for each session
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Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in
accordance with extant guidance
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Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical
areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy
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Deliver opportunistic health promotion where
appropriate
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To be prepared to work across all locations
which may be communicated at short notice due to unexpected absences within the
team
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To attend regular training updates and nurses
meetings
About us
We are an ambitious and diverse GP Practice Network,
providing care to over 30,000 patients across six locations in Plymouth. We are
a forward-thinking team that always aspire to fresh thinking and innovation for
new or improved ways to delivering the best healthcare for our patients.
We have approximately 140 employees in diverse roles
including GPs, Pharmacists, Paramedics, Physiotherapists, Advanced Nurse
Practitioners, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Pharmacy Technicians, Practice
Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Phlebotomists Receptionist, Administrators and
many more! We recognise that staff our best asset and work hard to provide a
supportive and inclusive culture where staff can thrive. Wherever you work with
Pathfields, you will always have the opportunity to bring new ideas to continuously
improve our service to patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Hours:29 Hours per week
- Monday 0800-1300
- Tuesday- 08.00-18.00
- Wednesday-Non-Working Day
Pay depending on experience (£13.01-£13.43 per hour)
Why should you apply?
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- An offer of a permanent contract on completion of a probation period.
- An opportunity to join the NHS Pension scheme.
- An opportunity to join the Cycle to Work Scheme.
- 6.6 weeks holidays including bank holidays (pro rata).
- Eligibility for the NHS discount service.
- An opportunity to develop personal skills and experience.
- Comprehensive induction/training schedule.
- In house teaching, mentoring and support.
How to apply?
If you think you're the right person to fulfil this role within our team then we want to hear from you! Please apply via CV and supporting statement telling us why you would be the ideal candidate for this role!
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Hours:29 Hours per week
- Monday 0800-1300
- Tuesday- 08.00-18.00
- Wednesday-Non-Working Day
Pay depending on experience (£13.01-£13.43 per hour)
Why should you apply?
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- An offer of a permanent contract on completion of a probation period.
- An opportunity to join the NHS Pension scheme.
- An opportunity to join the Cycle to Work Scheme.
- 6.6 weeks holidays including bank holidays (pro rata).
- Eligibility for the NHS discount service.
- An opportunity to develop personal skills and experience.
- Comprehensive induction/training schedule.
- In house teaching, mentoring and support.
How to apply?
If you think you're the right person to fulfil this role within our team then we want to hear from you! Please apply via CV and supporting statement telling us why you would be the ideal candidate for this role!
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- * Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- * Strong IT skills
- * Clear, polite telephone manner
- * Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- * Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- * Good interpersonal skills
- * Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Desirable
- * Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- * EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy certification
- Healthcare qualification (level 2 or 3) or working towards gaining equivalent level
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
Essential
Desirable
- * Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples
- * ECGs
- * New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse
- * Chaperone procedure
- * Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- * Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- * Strong IT skills
- * Clear, polite telephone manner
- * Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- * Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- * Good interpersonal skills
- * Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Desirable
- * Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- * EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy certification
- Healthcare qualification (level 2 or 3) or working towards gaining equivalent level
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
Essential
Desirable
- * Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples
- * ECGs
- * New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse
- * Chaperone procedure
- * Ability to record accurate clinical notes
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.
