Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant (Band 4) to join our award-winning, training and research-active practice.
Working within a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to our diverse population. You will support the nursing and clinical team in the delivery of proactive, preventative healthcare, with a strong focus on reducing health inequalities and improving outcomes.
This role is ideal for an experienced HCA looking to develop their clinical skills and take on an enhanced scope of practice within a supportive and innovative environment.
You will work closely with GPs, Practice Nurses, and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver a range of clinical and administrative duties. You will contribute to our proactive care model, including enhanced NHS Health Checks, chronic disease monitoring, and targeted work to improve screening and immunisation uptake.
You will also support patients with complex health and psychosocial needs, working collaboratively with our in-house Integrated Health Worker and neighbourhood teams.
Main duties of the job
Clinical duties
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Undertake clinical observations and procedures including BP, BMI, venepuncture, ECGs, and urinalysis
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Support delivery of NHS Health Checks and screening programmes
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Assist with long-term condition monitoring and patient recall
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Support immunisation and vaccination clinics (including childrens, where trained)
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Perform wound care and dressings within competency
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Act as chaperone when required
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Identify and escalate any clinical concerns to a registered clinician
Patient care and health promotion
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Provide health promotion and lifestyle advice (e.g. smoking cessation, weight management)
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Support uptake of screening and preventative programmes
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Deliver compassionate, person-centred care to a diverse population
Administrative and organisational duties
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Maintain accurate clinical records
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Support recall systems, QOF, and quality improvement activity
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Ensure clinical rooms are clean, stocked, and prepared
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Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures
Team working and development
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Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
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Participate in training, meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
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Contribute to a positive learning and development culture
Professional responsibilities
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Work within scope of practice as a Band 4 HCA
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Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection
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Follow practice policies and safeguarding procedures
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Engage in appraisal and ongoing professional development
About us
We are a dynamic, inner-city training practice serving a diverse population of nearly 15,000 patients across two sites.
We are leaders in deprivation medicine, with a strong focus on reducing health inequalities through proactive and innovative care. Our work includes enhanced NHS Health Checks, protected access for vulnerable patients, and close collaboration with neighbourhood teams.
As a research-active practice, we offer patients access to cutting-edge studies and are developing a state-of-the-art on-site research unit. Education and staff development are central to our ethos, and we provide a supportive environment for career progression.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties and responsibilities
Clinical duties
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Undertake a range of enhanced clinical observations and procedures, including:
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Blood pressure monitoring
-
Height, weight, and BMI measurement
-
Venepuncture
-
ECG recording
-
Urinalysis
-
Support delivery of NHS Health Checks and other screening programmes
-
Assist in the monitoring and recall of patients with long-term conditions
-
Provide support for immunisation and vaccination clinics, including childrens services (where trained)
-
Perform wound care and dressings (within competency)
-
Chaperone patients during clinical examinations as required
-
Recognise and report any abnormalities or concerns to a registered clinician
Patient care and health promotion
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Deliver health promotion and lifestyle advice, including smoking cessation, weight management, and physical activity
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Support improved uptake of cancer screening and preventative programmes
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Engage effectively with patients from diverse and underserved communities
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Provide a high standard of compassionate, person-centred care at all times
Administrative and organisational duties
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Maintain accurate and timely clinical records using the practice clinical system
-
Support patient recall systems and data quality improvement initiatives
-
Contribute to QOF and quality improvement activities
-
Ensure clinical rooms are appropriately stocked, clean, and prepared
-
Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures
Team working and development
-
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals
-
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives
-
Contribute to a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and shared best practice
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Support the training environment within the practice
Professional responsibilities
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Work within the scope of practice and competencies appropriate to a Band 4 Healthcare Assistant
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Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to data protection regulations
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Follow practice policies, protocols, and standard operating procedures
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Support safeguarding processes for children and vulnerable adults
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Participate in appraisal and ongoing professional development
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties and responsibilities
Clinical duties
-
Undertake a range of enhanced clinical observations and procedures, including:
-
Blood pressure monitoring
-
Height, weight, and BMI measurement
-
Venepuncture
-
ECG recording
-
Urinalysis
-
Support delivery of NHS Health Checks and other screening programmes
-
Assist in the monitoring and recall of patients with long-term conditions
-
Provide support for immunisation and vaccination clinics, including childrens services (where trained)
-
Perform wound care and dressings (within competency)
-
Chaperone patients during clinical examinations as required
-
Recognise and report any abnormalities or concerns to a registered clinician
Patient care and health promotion
-
Deliver health promotion and lifestyle advice, including smoking cessation, weight management, and physical activity
-
Support improved uptake of cancer screening and preventative programmes
-
Engage effectively with patients from diverse and underserved communities
-
Provide a high standard of compassionate, person-centred care at all times
Administrative and organisational duties
-
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records using the practice clinical system
-
Support patient recall systems and data quality improvement initiatives
-
Contribute to QOF and quality improvement activities
-
Ensure clinical rooms are appropriately stocked, clean, and prepared
-
Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures
Team working and development
-
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals
-
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives
-
Contribute to a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and shared best practice
-
Support the training environment within the practice
Professional responsibilities
-
Work within the scope of practice and competencies appropriate to a Band 4 Healthcare Assistant
-
Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to data protection regulations
-
Follow practice policies, protocols, and standard operating procedures
-
Support safeguarding processes for children and vulnerable adults
-
Participate in appraisal and ongoing professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent experience)
- Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care, community, or NHS setting
- Competence in clinical skills such as venepuncture and basic observations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles
Desirable
- Experience delivering NHS Health Checks
- Experience supporting chronic disease management
- Experience working with diverse or underserved populations
- Interest in Research and immunisation programmes
- Additional clinical training (e.g. ECGs, wound care)
- Driving, own car with experience of undertaking home visits
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent experience)
- Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care, community, or NHS setting
- Competence in clinical skills such as venepuncture and basic observations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles
Desirable
- Experience delivering NHS Health Checks
- Experience supporting chronic disease management
- Experience working with diverse or underserved populations
- Interest in Research and immunisation programmes
- Additional clinical training (e.g. ECGs, wound care)
- Driving, own car with experience of undertaking home visits
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.