Medical Assessments Assistant – HCA (Ministry of Defence)
Company: Pertemps Medical – MoD
Job title: Healthcare Assistant
Base Salary: £28k pro rata (£16,800 per annum)
Contract length: Initially fixed-term contract for 2.5 years with potential for a permanent role subject to terms and conditions
Contract type: Part-time
Days: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday each week
Hours: 08.00 – 17.30
Start Date: April 2025
Location: HMS Caledonia, Rosyth, Fife, Scotland
Job Overview
Working as one of 2 HCA's and part of a wider team of GP's and Navy personnel you will be working to deliver the medical assessments of new recruits into the Royal Navy.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
Welcome and prepare patients for medical examination
Measure and record preliminary health checks (e.g. Blood Pressure, Temperature, Pulse, Urinalysis, Peak flow)
Prepare and maintain examination rooms ensuring they are clean and well stocked
Provide chaperone support where required
Phlebotomy preferred but training will be provided if necessary
Ensure preliminary health checks are recorded utilising internal IT systems
Adhere to relevant healthcare policies and procedures
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations
Maintain infection control guidelines to ensure a safe environment
Skils and Experience Requirements
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Healthcare assistant Band 2 and/or Band 3
Previous experience in an outpatient/occupational healthcare setting preferable
Strong communication and interpersonal skill
How to apply
Apply now with a copy of your up-to-date CV and one of our MOD recruitment team will be in contact to discuss more details and progress your application forward