Health care assistant/practitioner - general practice

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake a range of clinically specific duties appropriate to the delivery of client care.

This includes the ability to:

ECG recording according to BMG protocol

Phlebotomy

Spirometry

Assisting doctors when fitting iuds and implants

Smoking cessation advice

Ear syringing

Some immunisations

Diabetic foot checks

Dressings

Removal of sutures

Doppler assessments

Urinalysis

Hypertension and Chd management according to BMG protocol

INR/ warfarin management according to BMG protocol

Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses

Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment

Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording

Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation

Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms

Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being

Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual

Take part in telephone monitoring programme for vulnerable patients.

Take part in any new projects that may be taken on by BMG in the future, if deemed to be suitable for the HCP role

Recognise and take appropriate action when adverse measurements/observations are recorded and ensure the appropriate action is taken in a timely manner

Collating information gathered from the CHD checks and ensuring prompt referrals when necessary to a practice GP or specialist nurse.

• Demonstrate excellent customer care skills at all times by treating clients with dignity, courtesy and respect at all times

Recognise and be able to respond appropriately to challenging behaviour

Recognise both your own and others level of clinical competence, responsibility and accountability to ensure safe practice, and to take appropriate action when there is a concern

Take personal responsibility for keeping up-to-date with new developments and participate in clinical audit when appropriate

Act as a role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace, always ensuring the highest standards of evidence based care

Report all accidents and incidents in accordance with company policies and procedures

Be willing to undertake any training deemed appropriate for the development of the role.

Communication & Working Relationships:

The post-holder will establish and maintain effective communication pathways with the following :

GPs within the practice

Nurse Manager

Lead Nurse Clinical

Practice Nurses

Phlebotomists

Special Working Conditions:

The post-holder will have contact with body fluids ie, wound exudates; urine etc while in clinical practice.

The practice operates extended hours on a rota basis and the post holder may be required to work some extended hours shifts.

Health and Safety:

Ensure all members of staff comply with the Groups health and safety policy

Carry out risk assessments to comply with current Health and Safety legislation

Ensure any health and safety concerns are reported to the Operations Manager

To be aware of and adhere to applicable practice rules, regulations, legislation and procedures, national legislation (Health and Safety, COSHH, Data Protection).

Equality and Diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues

Act in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with group processes and policies and current legislation

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues

Behaving in a manner that is welcoming, non-judgemental and respects the individuals circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights

The details contained in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as the post develops.

Governance:

Identify and record risks and issues, developing contingency plans with service and contract leads

Ensure the PCN is compliant with health and safety policies and procedures to reflect current best practice

Ensure that the PCN board and Clinical director adhere to the governance structure as set out in the network agreement

Confidentiality:

To maintain confidentiality of information acquired in the course of undertaking duties for the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of a good general standard of education
• Good IT skills

Desirable

• GCSE A-C in English and Maths

Skills

Essential

• Competent to carry out the full range of General Practice Health Care Practitioners clinical procedures
• Provides professional, patient centred care, and safe and ethical practice
• Ability to create and build positive relationships
• Enthusiastic lifelong learner recognising personal learning needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a Health Care Practitioner in General Practice

Desirable

• Knowledge of stock management systems
• Experience in supporting internal stock movement
• Experience of teaching colleagues

Other

Essential

• An approachable, encouraging and effective colleague
• Caring towards patients and colleagues
• Effective and proactive communicator
• The candidate must demonstrate an understanding of our values.

Desirable

• Willing to undertake the 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Beacon Medical Group

Address

Mudge Way

Plymouth

PL7 1AD

Employer's website

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