Job summary
Kirkgate Surgery is excited to recruit a caring and
motivated Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our supportive clinical team for 15-20 hours/week. We
are seeking someone who enjoys working in a patient-facing role, has excellent
communication and organisational skills, and is committed to providing high-quality,
patient-centred care. This is a great opportunity for a HCA who is either
experienced or in the early stages of their career.
Please note that we regret that we cannot accept applicants
that require visa sponsorship.
*Advertising may close early if the right candidate is found
for the post.*
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work alongside our GPs, nurse, and HCA team to deliver high-quality patient care, supporting health checks, chronic disease management, phlebotomy, and treatment room duties. They will play an important role in our long term conditions management, supporting the smooth and efficient running of the practice. They will assist with health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient recalls, while maintaining clinical areas, accurate records, and infection control standards. This role is ideal for an experienced HCA or a HCA with general practice experience, who would like to learn new skills and be supported in development.
About us
Kirkgate Surgery is a thriving, friendly, patient-focused GP
practice with a growing list size of around 3,500 patients. We are a
two-partner practice, supported by a salaried GP, a regular Friday locum, a
Practice Nurse, a Clinical Pharmacist and a General Practice Assistant.
We take pride in being a practice that offers a positive,
supportive, and rewarding place to work for our entire team. We are committed
to learning, development, and fostering an environment where everyone is
encouraged to share ideas and grow professionally. We work hard to promote a
healthy work-life balance for all our staff. As a training practice, we are
proud to support FY2 doctors and medical students as part of their educational
journey.
We meet monthly as a clinical team and work collaboratively
across roles. We are also proactive about change and innovation where it
improves patient care and staff experience. If you enjoy being part of a team
that listens, adapts, values your input and supports you to achieve a good
work-life balance Kirkgate is a great fit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Health Care Assistant (HCA) will work as part of the clinical team to provide safe, effective, and high-quality care to our patients. The role involves delivering a wide range of clinical services, supporting the smooth running of the practice, and contributing to our patient recall and chronic disease management systems.
Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesClinical Tasks (as trained and competent to undertake):
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Phlebotomy
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Blood pressure monitoring
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ECG recording
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NHS health checks and new patient health checks
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Height, weight, and BMI measurements
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Urinalysis
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Smoking and alcohol advice
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Basic wound care and dressings
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Vaccination support (e.g., flu, B12 injections)
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Chronic disease reviews and monitoring (e.g., hypertension, diabetes first part, mental health, learning disability)
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Health promotion and lifestyle advice
-
Supporting the practice recall system
-
Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with policy
General:
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Adhere to infection control procedures
-
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff
-
Participate in clinical meetings and training sessions
-
Support continuous improvement and innovation in patient care
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Health Care Assistant (HCA) will work as part of the clinical team to provide safe, effective, and high-quality care to our patients. The role involves delivering a wide range of clinical services, supporting the smooth running of the practice, and contributing to our patient recall and chronic disease management systems.
Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesClinical Tasks (as trained and competent to undertake):
-
Phlebotomy
-
Blood pressure monitoring
-
ECG recording
-
NHS health checks and new patient health checks
-
Height, weight, and BMI measurements
-
Urinalysis
-
Smoking and alcohol advice
-
Basic wound care and dressings
-
Vaccination support (e.g., flu, B12 injections)
-
Chronic disease reviews and monitoring (e.g., hypertension, diabetes first part, mental health, learning disability)
-
Health promotion and lifestyle advice
-
Supporting the practice recall system
-
Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with policy
General:
-
Adhere to infection control procedures
-
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff
-
Participate in clinical meetings and training sessions
-
Support continuous improvement and innovation in patient care
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working as an HCA in primary care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive and friendly attitude
- Passionate about providing excellent patient care
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Willing to learn and develop skills.
Desirable
- Delivering other IM injections (e.g. B12)
- Chronic disease reviews and monitoring, including: Mental health, Learning disability, Diabetes (First part), Simple asthma and COPD checks.
- Basic wound care and dressings
- 24 hours BP monitoring, assessment an actioning
- Supporting the GP in minor surgery (e.g. setting up, cleaning equipment)
- Offering simple smoking and alcohol advice
- Assisting in the patient recall system and QOF
- Emergency drug checking
- Stock checking and ordering of equipment
- Using SystmOne and ICE
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or GCSEs at grade 4-9 (C-A) (or equivalent, such as O levels).
- Evidence of clinical training (e.g. phlebotomy, ECG's ).
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working as an HCA in primary care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive and friendly attitude
- Passionate about providing excellent patient care
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Willing to learn and develop skills.
Desirable
- Delivering other IM injections (e.g. B12)
- Chronic disease reviews and monitoring, including: Mental health, Learning disability, Diabetes (First part), Simple asthma and COPD checks.
- Basic wound care and dressings
- 24 hours BP monitoring, assessment an actioning
- Supporting the GP in minor surgery (e.g. setting up, cleaning equipment)
- Offering simple smoking and alcohol advice
- Assisting in the patient recall system and QOF
- Emergency drug checking
- Stock checking and ordering of equipment
- Using SystmOne and ICE
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or GCSEs at grade 4-9 (C-A) (or equivalent, such as O levels).
- Evidence of clinical training (e.g. phlebotomy, ECG's ).
Desirable
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.