Job summary Healthcare Assistant A Vital Role in Primary Care Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) are essential to the smooth running of a GP practice, providing hands-on patient care and supporting the clinical team in delivering high-quality services. From taking observations and assisting with chronic disease management to performing phlebotomy and health promotion, HCAs play a key role in enhancing patient well-being. Why Join Our Team? We offer a friendly, supportive, and professional working environment where youll be valued as a vital member of the team. With opportunities for training, career progression, and working alongside experienced clinicians, our practice is an excellent place to develop your skills. If you're passionate about patient care and want to make a real difference in the community, wed love to welcome you to our team Main duties of the job Main Duties of a Healthcare Assistant in Primary Care Clinical Responsibilities: Patient Observations: Measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen levels). Phlebotomy: Take blood samples and prepare them for lab processing. Health Screenings: Perform NHS Health Checks, including BMI calculations, cholesterol checks, and lifestyle assessments. Chronic Disease Support: Assist in monitoring conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma by performing routine checks. Wound Care & Dressings: Assist in basic wound management under the guidance of nurses. ECGs & Other Procedures: Carry out electrocardiograms (ECGs), urinalysis, and other diagnostic tests as required. Vaccinations & Injections: Administer flu vaccines and other injections (if trained and competent). Patient Support & Health Promotion: Lifestyle Advice: Offer basic health and well-being guidance, including smoking cessation and weight management. Assisting Clinicians: Support GPs and nurses during minor procedures, examinations, and clinics. New Patient Health Checks: Conduct initial assessments for new patients registering at the practice. Administrative & Practice Support: Maintaining Records: Ensure accurate documentation of all procedures and patient interactions. Stock Control: Manage clinical supplies, ensuring necessary equipment is available. Infection Control & Safety: Maintain high standards of cleanliness and adhere to infection prevention protocols. About us Why Join Our Team? We offer a friendly, supportive, and professional working environment where youll be valued as a vital member of the team. With opportunities for training, career progression, and working alongside experienced clinicians, our practice is an excellent place to develop your skills. If you're passionate about patient care and want to make a real difference in the community, we'd love to welcome you to our team Date posted 13 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A3828-25-0001 Job locations Haverflatts Lane Milnthorpe Cumbria LA7 7PS New Street Surgery 21 New Street Carnforth Lancashire LA5 9BX Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities : Baseline patient health checks for example Health Checks and New Patient Checks ECG recording Phlebotomy 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 Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted Recording and updating data consistently and accurately onto computerised clinical system (Emis Web) Administer seasonal influenza, pneumococcal vaccinations and B12 injections as per the Practice Patient Specific Protocols or Directives (Training will be provided) Processing and management of laboratory samples Cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment Vaccine and cold chain storage, monitoring and recording 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 Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities : Baseline patient health checks for example Health Checks and New Patient Checks ECG recording Phlebotomy 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 Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted Recording and updating data consistently and accurately onto computerised clinical system (Emis Web) Administer seasonal influenza, pneumococcal vaccinations and B12 injections as per the Practice Patient Specific Protocols or Directives (Training will be provided) Processing and management of laboratory samples Cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment Vaccine and cold chain storage, monitoring and recording 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 Person Specification Qualifications Essential See attachment Person Specification Qualifications Essential See attachment 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 Park View Surgery Address Haverflatts Lane Milnthorpe Cumbria LA7 7PS Employer's website https://www.parkviewsurgerynhs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)