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Batheaston Medical Centre

Health Care Assistant

The closing date is 16 October 2025

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Job summary

Main duties of the job

  • Undertake basic clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation)
  • Perform venepuncture and collect specimens (urine, swabs, etc.)
  • Carry out ECGs
  • Assist in chronic disease monitoring (e.g., asthma, COPD, diabetes reviews)
  • Support health promotion and lifestyle advice (diet, smoking cessation, weight management)
  • Conduct NHS Health Checks
  • Ensure infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times
  • Accurately record patient data in clinical system (SystmOne).
  • Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment.
  • Ensure adequate stock levels of clinical supplies.
  • Participate in recall systems for patients with long-term conditions.
  • Assist in maintaining practice infection control audits and health & safety checks.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Health Care Assistant to join our nursing team. You will work under the supervision of the nursing team and GP partners to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. The post-holder will support the delivery of nursing services within the practice, undertaking clinical and administrative tasks in line with competency, training, and agreed protocols.

The role is for 37 hours per week but could be split between two people who are wishing to take on part time hours.

About us

We are a highly regarded village GP Practice with an emphasis placed on team working and staff development.

We offer free on-site car-parking, NHS pension scheme and the offer of enrolment in the Cycle to work scheme.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.78 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5491-25-0000

Job locations

Coalpit Road

Batheaston

Bath

BA1 7NP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties (as trained and competent to undertake):

  • Undertake basic clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation).
  • Perform venepuncture and collect specimens (urine, swabs, etc.).
  • Carry out ECGs.
  • Assist in chronic disease monitoring (e.g., asthma, COPD, diabetes reviews).
  • Support health promotion and lifestyle advice (diet, smoking cessation, weight management).
  • Conduct NHS Health Checks.
  • Ensure infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times.
  • Accurately record patient data in clinical system (EMIS Web).

Administrative Duties:

  • Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment.
  • Ensure adequate stock levels of clinical supplies.
  • Process and record vaccinations and other interventions.
  • Participate in recall systems for patients with long-term conditions.
  • Assist in maintaining practice infection control audits and health & safety checks.

Team & Organisational Responsibilities:

  • Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver safe and effective care.
  • Attend and contribute to staff meetings, training, and appraisal processes.
  • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and practice policies.
  • Adhere to safeguarding procedures for children and vulnerable adults.
  • Participate in audits, quality improvement projects, and CQC compliance.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties (as trained and competent to undertake):

  • Undertake basic clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation).
  • Perform venepuncture and collect specimens (urine, swabs, etc.).
  • Carry out ECGs.
  • Assist in chronic disease monitoring (e.g., asthma, COPD, diabetes reviews).
  • Support health promotion and lifestyle advice (diet, smoking cessation, weight management).
  • Conduct NHS Health Checks.
  • Ensure infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times.
  • Accurately record patient data in clinical system (EMIS Web).

Administrative Duties:

  • Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment.
  • Ensure adequate stock levels of clinical supplies.
  • Process and record vaccinations and other interventions.
  • Participate in recall systems for patients with long-term conditions.
  • Assist in maintaining practice infection control audits and health & safety checks.

Team & Organisational Responsibilities:

  • Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver safe and effective care.
  • Attend and contribute to staff meetings, training, and appraisal processes.
  • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and practice policies.
  • Adhere to safeguarding procedures for children and vulnerable adults.
  • Participate in audits, quality improvement projects, and CQC compliance.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • We are looking for someone with experience ideally as a health care assistant, but would consider training up a phlebotomist.

Desirable

  • Experience of working as a Health Care Assistant in a GP Practice
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • We are looking for someone with experience ideally as a health care assistant, but would consider training up a phlebotomist.

Desirable

  • Experience of working as a Health Care Assistant in a GP Practice

Employer details

Employer name

Batheaston Medical Centre

Address

Coalpit Road

Batheaston

Bath

BA1 7NP


Employer's website

https://batheastonmedicalcentre.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Batheaston Medical Centre

Address

Coalpit Road

Batheaston

Bath

BA1 7NP


Employer's website

https://batheastonmedicalcentre.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Julie Higginson

julie.higginson1@nhs.net

+44225858686

Details

Date posted

09 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.78 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5491-25-0000

Job locations

Coalpit Road

Batheaston

Bath

BA1 7NP


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