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. 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)