Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and proactive Health Care Assistant / Phlebotomist to join our friendly team. This is a part-time vacancy working 17hrs per week on Thursday and Friday.
Main duties of the job
Provide high-quality care to patients under the supervision of the Senior Practice Nurse.
Perform phlebotomy, BP checks, wound care, administer injections and vaccinations, diabetic foot checks and health checks, and assist with procedures as directed.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
About us
We are a GP Training Practice caring for around 14,000 patients, situated just a short walk from Wakefield city centre and only a short distance from the M1.
You will be part of a friendly, multidisciplinary team that includes 6 GP Partners, 2 Salaried GPs, 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 4 Practice Nurses, a Healthcare Assistant, and a Phlebotomist, all supported by an experienced Reception and Admin team.
Our aim is to deliver high quality patient care and encourage personal wellbeing through good communication, co-operation, and team work. We aspire to provide efficient and professional healthcare services in a happy working environment, which respects people and is based on achievable and realistic goals.
If you are passionate about high-quality patient care and want to join a welcoming team, we'd love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The HCA/Phlebotomist will assist the Practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care, including:
Obtaining patient consent for the collection of blood samples
Phlebotomy
Blood pressure monitoring
Height and weight monitoring (incl BMI)
Flu vaccinations (under PSD)
Wound care
NHS Health Checks
Injections (under PSD)
Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
Chaperoning duties
Maintaining accurate patient records
Support and participate in shared learning within the Practice
Follow infection control procedures
Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and wellbeing
Re-stocking clinical rooms
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The HCA/Phlebotomist will assist the Practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care, including:
Obtaining patient consent for the collection of blood samples
Phlebotomy
Blood pressure monitoring
Height and weight monitoring (incl BMI)
Flu vaccinations (under PSD)
Wound care
NHS Health Checks
Injections (under PSD)
Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
Chaperoning duties
Maintaining accurate patient records
Support and participate in shared learning within the Practice
Follow infection control procedures
Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and wellbeing
Re-stocking clinical rooms
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Health Care Support Worker with Venepuncture competence is required.
- Experience in a clinical setting is essential, with an understanding of medical terminology.
Skills
Essential
- Strong knowledge of phlebotomy and specimen processing.
- An understanding of medical terminology.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients and Healthcare staff.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Commitment to upholding safety standards and best practices in all aspects of patient care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised HCA and venepuncture qualification/training
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Health Care Support Worker with Venepuncture competence is required.
- Experience in a clinical setting is essential, with an understanding of medical terminology.
Skills
Essential
- Strong knowledge of phlebotomy and specimen processing.
- An understanding of medical terminology.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients and Healthcare staff.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Commitment to upholding safety standards and best practices in all aspects of patient care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised HCA and venepuncture qualification/training
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
