Job summary Horizon Healthcare are looking for a Health Care Assistant who has an approachable manner and is able to work within our friendly team. You will be integral in maintaining the functioning of the practice and be able to work under pressure. Up to 37.5 hours per week, part time considered. A minimum of one late shift (10:30 18:30) would be required. Salary dependent on experience SystmOne experience preferred GP Practice experience preferred PAST APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY Main duties of the job Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurses and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the Health Care Assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care. To be able to work at the main and branch surgery sites. About us Horizon Healthcare are a friendly City centre practice with a diverse population of 24,500 patients. We are a three GP Partnership supported by dedicated teams of Salaried GPs, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Practice Nurses, Nursing Associates and an HCA. We are backed up by an excellent management and administration team. We have a branch surgery in Mackworth. Date posted 24 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience We do not use AfC but the pay is based on Level 3 Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number A1623-10-2024 Job locations Horizon Healthcare 3-5 Burton Road Derby DE1 1TH Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the health care 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: Wound care / Dressings / Management Clip and suture removals NHS health checks Blood pressure checks Venepuncture Learning disability / Mental health reviews ECGs Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate Lifestyle advice Flu injections CHD reviews Fitting and removing of 24 hour BP monitor Assisting minor surgery / coil fits / implants Re-stocking of consulting rooms, storage cupboards, etc. Stock taking Stock ordering Vaccine / cold chain storage monitoring and recording Maintain, clean and check function of appropriate equipment used within the surgery Long term condition reviews This is not an exhaustive list and may be changed from time to time as necessary Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the health care 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: Wound care / Dressings / Management Clip and suture removals NHS health checks Blood pressure checks Venepuncture Learning disability / Mental health reviews ECGs Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate Lifestyle advice Flu injections CHD reviews Fitting and removing of 24 hour BP monitor Assisting minor surgery / coil fits / implants Re-stocking of consulting rooms, storage cupboards, etc. Stock taking Stock ordering Vaccine / cold chain storage monitoring and recording Maintain, clean and check function of appropriate equipment used within the surgery Long term condition reviews This is not an exhaustive list and may be changed from time to time as necessary Person Specification Skills Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner SystmOne user Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Desirable Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Qualifications Essential Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level Desirable Phlebotomy certification Ear syringing certification Qualifications Essential Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level Desirable Phlebotomy certification Ear syringing certification Personal qualities Essential Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Effectively utilises resources Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Clinical knowledge and skills Essential Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples ECGs New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse Chaperone procedure Ability to record accurate clinical notes Desirable Venepuncture Spirometry Experience Essential Experience of working in a primary (GP) care environment Experience of working with the general public Experience of working in a healthcare setting Person Specification Skills Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner SystmOne user Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Desirable Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Qualifications Essential Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level Desirable Phlebotomy certification Ear syringing certification Qualifications Essential Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level Desirable Phlebotomy certification Ear syringing certification Personal qualities Essential Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Effectively utilises resources Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort Clinical knowledge and skills Essential Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples ECGs New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse Chaperone procedure Ability to record accurate clinical notes Desirable Venepuncture Spirometry Experience Essential Experience of working in a primary (GP) care environment Experience of working with the general public Experience of working in a healthcare setting Employer details Employer name Horizon Healthcare Address Horizon Healthcare 3-5 Burton Road Derby DE1 1TH Employer's website https://www.horizonhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)