Fitzalan Medical Group

Healthcare Assistant/Phlebotomist

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Job summary

We are looking to recruit one full time or two part time Healthcare Assistant's. Experience is preferable and training will be given as needed. The ideal candidate will be someone who is keen to learn and extend their role.

You will work from both our main and branch surgery alongside our multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

JOB SUMMARY:

To assist trained clinical staff to care for patients at the surgery.

To undertake delegated tasks independently as directed by a qualified Nurse or Doctor once deemed competent by the surgery

To report to the nursing/clinical staff any changes or concerns about patients immediately

To work as a team member demonstrating a consistent level of interpersonal and communication skills.

To maintain skill/competence and undertake appropriate training in order to achieve this namely the HCA Care Certificate

To work safely, legally and ethically with respect to the cultural, emotional and diverse needs of others

About us

Fitzalan Medical Group is based in Littlehampton, West Sussex. It has a main surgery in the heart of the town near the beach and has a branch surgery in Wick, Littlehampton. It currently has over 16,000 registered patients and is part of a Primary Care Network with Angmering Medical Group in nearby Angmering.

We have a large multi-disciplinary team consisting of Doctors, Nurses, ANP's, Paramedic Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, HCA's, Social Prescribers, Physiotherapists and a strong supporting team of Managers and Administrative staff.

We are a training practice for GP's and also have several staff undertaking extended roles in Independent Prescribing and Advanced Practice.

We have a diverse practice population and some of the most deprived areas in our practices' catchment compared to the rest of West Sussex.

We are looking for an enthusiastic HCA who is keen to train and extend their skills. Training will be given as needed. Hours are negotitable - full or part time.

Details

Date posted

27 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.72 an hour To be reviewed after successful probation period

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A4783-25-0000

Job locations

Fitzalan Medical Group

Fitzalan Road

Littlehampton

West Sussex

BN17 5JR


Wick Surgery

66 Clun Road

Wick

Littlehampton

West Sussex

BN17 7EB


Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Phlebotomy/butterfly blood sampling

Simple Dressings

ECGs

Blood pressure monitoring & 24 hour B/p monitoring

Urine testing/Sample collection/Preparation of specimens ready for collection

Peak Flow recording

Height/Weight/BMI recording

Assist in medical emergencies e.g. CPR

Computer information input

Assisting nurses / doctors with complex procedures

Provide advice and support to patients and carers where appropriate and within own levels of competence

Ensure clinical waste is placed for collection

Stock Control Restock cupboards/ordering stock

Maintain supplies in Consulting and Treatment rooms

Attend and participate in Nursing and Clinical team meetings

Attend appropriate training and updates

Complete HCA Core Competency training

Adopt a flexible attitude to take account of changes within the service

EXTENDED ROLES

Diabetic foot checks

Smoking Cessation Advice

Influenza, Pneumococcal & Shingles vaccinations

B12 injections

Long Term Conditions initial assessment

Compression bandaging

Doppler assessment

Spirometry

NHS Healthchecks

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Phlebotomy/butterfly blood sampling

Simple Dressings

ECGs

Blood pressure monitoring & 24 hour B/p monitoring

Urine testing/Sample collection/Preparation of specimens ready for collection

Peak Flow recording

Height/Weight/BMI recording

Assist in medical emergencies e.g. CPR

Computer information input

Assisting nurses / doctors with complex procedures

Provide advice and support to patients and carers where appropriate and within own levels of competence

Ensure clinical waste is placed for collection

Stock Control Restock cupboards/ordering stock

Maintain supplies in Consulting and Treatment rooms

Attend and participate in Nursing and Clinical team meetings

Attend appropriate training and updates

Complete HCA Core Competency training

Adopt a flexible attitude to take account of changes within the service

EXTENDED ROLES

Diabetic foot checks

Smoking Cessation Advice

Influenza, Pneumococcal & Shingles vaccinations

B12 injections

Long Term Conditions initial assessment

Compression bandaging

Doppler assessment

Spirometry

NHS Healthchecks

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Smart, polite & confident
  • Great communication skills
  • Experience of performing under pressure
  • Adaptability
  • Teamworking
  • Self-motivated and confident
  • Flexibility
  • Confidentiality
  • Prioritisation

Qualifications

Desirable

  • Experience in Primary/Community Care/HCA role
  • Experience of Computer held patient records
  • Interest in further training/extending role
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Smart, polite & confident
  • Great communication skills
  • Experience of performing under pressure
  • Adaptability
  • Teamworking
  • Self-motivated and confident
  • Flexibility
  • Confidentiality
  • Prioritisation

Qualifications

Desirable

  • Experience in Primary/Community Care/HCA role
  • Experience of Computer held patient records
  • Interest in further training/extending role

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

Fitzalan Medical Group

Address

Fitzalan Medical Group

Fitzalan Road

Littlehampton

West Sussex

BN17 5JR


Employer's website

https://www.fitzalanmedicalgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Fitzalan Medical Group

Address

Fitzalan Medical Group

Fitzalan Road

Littlehampton

West Sussex

BN17 5JR


Employer's website

https://www.fitzalanmedicalgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Advanced Nurse Practitioner & Nurse Lead

Rachel Priest

rachel.priest2@nhs.net

01903735200

Details

Date posted

27 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.72 an hour To be reviewed after successful probation period

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A4783-25-0000

Job locations

Fitzalan Medical Group

Fitzalan Road

Littlehampton

West Sussex

BN17 5JR


Wick Surgery

66 Clun Road

Wick

Littlehampton

West Sussex

BN17 7EB


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