Healthcare Assistant

Job summary

Siam Surgery is looking for a healthcare assistant (HCA) to join the practice in this vital patient-facing role with clinical responsibilities. The role is offered on a part time basis for 32 hours per week over 4 days ideally to work on a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday but this is negotiable.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake new patient health checks.
• Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately,
• Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly.
• Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required.
• Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics.
• Act as a chaperone as required.
• Undertake venepuncture (training given).
• Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation.
• Provide support during minor operations as required.
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate.
• Carry out ECGs as requested.

The role will offer you the opportunity to build on your experience, skills and competence, requiring you to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

About us

Siam Surgery is a GP practice located within Sudbury Community Health Centre and provides a high level of care to over 12,500 patients in Sudbury, Suffolk and its surrounding villages. Rated good in all areas by CQC, Siam Surgery also has a high level of patient satisfaction.

We are a well-established, friendly and supportive team who take pride in the work we do. We promote a healthy work life balance and are willing to facilitate personal development and encourage each individual's interests.