Job summary The practice is looking to recruit a part-time position, working 24 hours per week. You will be working under the direct supervision of the lead practice nurse(s) and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for assisting the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care. At all times the post holder will work within established systems of clinical governance. Main duties of the job To deliver a high level of patient care as a Healthcare Assistant in General Practice setting. Please see the job description below. About us We are a popular and forward-thinking training practice of over 16,500 patients operating from three sites in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside of the Northern Pennines and Eden Valley, close to the great border city of Carlisle, within easy reach of the Lake District, the Borders and Northumberland. We are part of Carlisle Rural PCN and have an excellent team of Healthcare Professionals and supportive administration teams. We are also a dispensing practice with dedicated Medicines Management Team and Dispensing Team. The Practice is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £43.50. Deducted at £14.50 from 1st month salary and over the following 2 months Enhanced Check: £61.50. Deducted at £20.50 from 1st month salary and over the following 2 months Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £23,633 to £25,120 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number A2826-25-0004 Job locations Brampton Medical Practice 4 Market Place Brampton Cumbria CA8 1NL Job description Job responsibilities New patient health checks /NHS health checks / Weight Management ECG recording Phlebotomy INRs Warfarin Management Assist with Minor Operations Assist with Learning Disability and Mental Health annual reviews To give flu vaccines / immunisations within the scope of established protocols Chaperoning duties Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses Maintenance of surgical equipment Cleaning of clinical areas within remit of role Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions, including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual To deliver blood and other samples to the hospital as required - No Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being To cover extended access and work late; evenings and occasionally weekends. Follows aseptic technique in removal of sutures, clips, dressings as per nursing care plan. At all times, observes infection control procedures and protocols to protect patients, colleagues and themselves. Other Tasks: To undertake any other reasonable duty commensurate to the position that is requested. Job description Job responsibilities New patient health checks /NHS health checks / Weight Management ECG recording Phlebotomy INRs Warfarin Management Assist with Minor Operations Assist with Learning Disability and Mental Health annual reviews To give flu vaccines / immunisations within the scope of established protocols Chaperoning duties Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses Maintenance of surgical equipment Cleaning of clinical areas within remit of role Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions, including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual To deliver blood and other samples to the hospital as required - No Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being To cover extended access and work late; evenings and occasionally weekends. Follows aseptic technique in removal of sutures, clips, dressings as per nursing care plan. At all times, observes infection control procedures and protocols to protect patients, colleagues and themselves. Other Tasks: To undertake any other reasonable duty commensurate to the position that is requested. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A demonstrable commitment to professional development Good standard of general education 5 GCSE including English and Maths Grade 4 and above Desirable NVQ level 3 or equivalent Previous experience of working in a HCA role Other Essential Flexibility of working hours / ability to work at desired times which includes working extended access, late evenings, weekends to cover 7 day operation To cover holidays and sickness Desirable Car Driver, Clean Licence Experience in Primary Care setting Experience Essential Experience with dealing with the public/patients Meeting Quality Targets Use of Microsoft Office Desirable Previous experience within a General Practice or health care role Experience in EMIS Web Qualities and Attributes Essential Excellent people skills, friendly and caring and able to deliver high standards of patient / customer care Able to demonstrate enthusiasm to develop skills An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Ability to use own initiative, judgement, resourcefulness and common sense Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload and priorities Ability to work as part of an integrated multi- skilled team Pleasant and Articulate Able to work under pressure and remain calm Caring, empathetic, discreet and has the integrity to handle difficult situations Able to work in a changing environment and can adapt well to change Knowledge and skills Essential Excellent communication skills Good written communication skills, clear concise record keeping IT Skills Time management, able to prioritise and organise own workload Desirable Trained in phlebotomy and infection control Person Specification Qualifications Essential A demonstrable commitment to professional development Good standard of general education 5 GCSE including English and Maths Grade 4 and above Desirable NVQ level 3 or equivalent Previous experience of working in a HCA role Other Essential Flexibility of working hours / ability to work at desired times which includes working extended access, late evenings, weekends to cover 7 day operation To cover holidays and sickness Desirable Car Driver, Clean Licence Experience in Primary Care setting Experience Essential Experience with dealing with the public/patients Meeting Quality Targets Use of Microsoft Office Desirable Previous experience within a General Practice or health care role Experience in EMIS Web Qualities and Attributes Essential Excellent people skills, friendly and caring and able to deliver high standards of patient / customer care Able to demonstrate enthusiasm to develop skills An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Ability to use own initiative, judgement, resourcefulness and common sense Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload and priorities Ability to work as part of an integrated multi- skilled team Pleasant and Articulate Able to work under pressure and remain calm Caring, empathetic, discreet and has the integrity to handle difficult situations Able to work in a changing environment and can adapt well to change Knowledge and skills Essential Excellent communication skills Good written communication skills, clear concise record keeping IT Skills Time management, able to prioritise and organise own workload Desirable Trained in phlebotomy and infection control 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 Brampton Medical Practice Address Brampton Medical Practice 4 Market Place Brampton Cumbria CA8 1NL Employer's website https://bramptonmedicalpractice.com/ (Opens in a new tab)