Job summary The successful post holder will assist the medical team in the care of practice patients to include treatment, preventative care, screening and patient education. Main duties of the job General tasks include basic nursing skills to include phlebotomy, diet and health promotion. The role will also include maintaining stock levels and equipment checks. About us The Medical Group is large, friendly GP Practice working across five surgery sites. We are currently seeking a Health Care Assistant for a 12 month fixed term position. The successful post holder will be required to work at our five surgery sites covering Meadowfield, Ushaw Moor, Langley Park, Esh Winning and Tow Law areas. A driving licence is essential due to traveling between surgery sites. Date posted 27 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number A1466-25-0002 Job locations Adrian Clark House Sawmills Lane Meadowfield Durham DH7 8NH Job description Job responsibilities General nursing tasks including; Phlebotomy Advice on diet and health promotion Patient checks while working to protocol Measurement of height and weight Removal of sutures Basic foot check NHS Health Check Basic dressings Ensure maintenance of equipment and stock levels relating to patient care Attend and participate in all nurse meetings as required Job description Job responsibilities General nursing tasks including; Phlebotomy Advice on diet and health promotion Patient checks while working to protocol Measurement of height and weight Removal of sutures Basic foot check NHS Health Check Basic dressings Ensure maintenance of equipment and stock levels relating to patient care Attend and participate in all nurse meetings as required Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education including A to C in English and Maths Care Certificate Experience of working in a health care environment Strong IT skills Desirable Good communication skills Ability to work under pressure Experience in providing B12 and flu immunisations Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education including A to C in English and Maths Care Certificate Experience of working in a health care environment Strong IT skills Desirable Good communication skills Ability to work under pressure Experience in providing B12 and flu immunisations 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 The Medical Group Address Adrian Clark House Sawmills Lane Meadowfield Durham DH7 8NH Employer's website https://www.themedicalgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)