Job summary To support the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education. Main duties of the job a. Undertake new patient health checks b. Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmesc. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accuratelyd. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordinglye. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as requiredf. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinicsg. Carry out BMI checks as directedh. Act as a chaperone as requiredi. When trained, undertake venepuncturej. When trained, administer flu vaccinationsk. When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervison of the practice nursel. Carry out ECGs as requestedm. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportationn. Provide support during minor operations as requiredo. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each sessionp. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidanceq. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policyDeliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate About us A small and friendly team consisting of 3 GPs, nurses and administrative staff. The practice is committed to supporting staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A4312-24-0005 Job locations Stockland Green Health Centre 192 Reservoir Road, Erdington Birmingham West Midlands B23 6DJ Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. Undertake new patient health checks b. Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately d. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly e. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required f. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics g. Carry out BMI checks as directed h. Act as a chaperone as required i. When trained, undertake venepuncture j. When trained, administer flu vaccinations k. When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervison of the practice nurse l. Carry out ECGs as requested m. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation n. Provide support during minor operations as required o. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session p. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance q. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate In addition to the primary responsibilities, the healthcare assistant may be requested to: a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the aduit lead b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care c. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. Undertake new patient health checks b. Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately d. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly e. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required f. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics g. Carry out BMI checks as directed h. Act as a chaperone as required i. When trained, undertake venepuncture j. When trained, administer flu vaccinations k. When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervison of the practice nurse l. Carry out ECGs as requested m. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation n. Provide support during minor operations as required o. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session p. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance q. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate In addition to the primary responsibilities, the healthcare assistant may be requested to: a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the aduit lead b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care c. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota Person Specification Experience Essential Working in primary care environment Desirable Working in a GP practice Qualifications Essential Healthcare NVQ level 3 or4 or working towards it Venepuncture Certification Desirable Phlebotomy qualification knowledge and skills Essential woundcare and removal of sutures and staples, ECGs, New Patient Health Checks, NHS checks, BP checks, venepuncture, chaperone procedures, Excellent communication skills, strong IT skills, B12 administration Desirable Spirometry, Chronic Disease management, Competent in using EMIS clinical system, ability to follow clinical procedure and policies Person Specification Experience Essential Working in primary care environment Desirable Working in a GP practice Qualifications Essential Healthcare NVQ level 3 or4 or working towards it Venepuncture Certification Desirable Phlebotomy qualification knowledge and skills Essential woundcare and removal of sutures and staples, ECGs, New Patient Health Checks, NHS checks, BP checks, venepuncture, chaperone procedures, Excellent communication skills, strong IT skills, B12 administration Desirable Spirometry, Chronic Disease management, Competent in using EMIS clinical system, ability to follow clinical procedure and policies 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 Dr Khuroo's Practice Address Stockland Green Health Centre 192 Reservoir Road, Erdington Birmingham West Midlands B23 6DJ Employer's website https://www.drkhuroospractice.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)