Job summary Are you passionate about making a difference in peoples lives and eager to play a vital role in primary care? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant Primary Care Setting to join our team at Minehead Medical Practice, providing essential support to patients and healthcare professionals alike. This is a part-time job, 20 hours per week; hours and days will be discussed and agreed during the interview. Main duties of the job If you're ready to bring your skills and empathy to a rewarding environment where every day brings new opportunities to help others, wed love to hear from you Join us in shaping a healthier future for our community. The successful candidate will work under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse, delivering high standard care in a safe environment that meets the patients needs, whilst maintaining privacy and dignity. The Healthcare Assistant will work as part of the MDT alongside a team of GPs, Nurse Practitioners and other HCAs; to support the smooth running of the Primary Care service, aiding the clinical team and providing advice and care to patients whilst developing new skills. The successful candidate must have previous Healthcare Assistant experience in primary or secondary care. About us OneMedical Group was founded in 2004 on the idea that there is a better way to care for communities. Our mission of 'Improving lives' is underpinned by our core values of 'Putting People First, Working Together for a Better Future'. We are committed to NHS values and reducing health inequalities. OneMedical Group is a national award winning health and wellbeing company, working within the NHS, delivering high quality primary, urgent and community care. We believe in delivering services that improve the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities and our focus is on services that help our patients and their families adopt and sustain healthy behaviours, that improve health and quality of life, and lead to better health outcomes. OneMedical Group is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be able to be at their best. If you would like to discuss the support options available during the recruitment process please email: recruitmentonemedicalgroup.co.uk. Date posted 28 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12 to £13 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number E0135-25-0039 Job locations Minehead Medical Centre Minehead South East of England TA24 5DL Job description Job responsibilities The job holder will have to (among others): Work with nursing and medical teams in providing a proactive management of patients with chronic disease according to local strategies Support the nursing team in Healthcare Assistant duties such as dressings and clinical observations Conduct new patient and NHS health checks Participate in the development and implementation of service/CCG guidelines and protocols. Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory Measure and record the following physiological measurements in routine presentations: blood pressure pulse rate and rhythm temperature height and weight - body mass index venepuncture ECG glucose tolerance test peak flow readings inhaler technique spirometry Undertake spirometry under indirect supervision Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Ensure clinical rooms are appropriately stocked and ready for use at the start/end of the working day Assist regulated professional while patients undergoing minor surgery Assist with LARC fitting as required Undertake dressing procedures following local recommendations and using aseptic techniques Plan, develop and implement health promotion activities as appropriate e.g. smoking, exercise and diet Assess patients readiness to change and provide motivational support as appropriate in cases of smoking, obesity and healthy living for older people Administer the influenza, shingles and pneumococcal vaccine under indirect supervision of a regulated professional, ensuring PSDs are obtained and used for each patient Essential criteria: Have a NVQ level 1 Healthcare qualification Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in primary care/secondary care is required Prior experience in minor illness Appropriate Venepuncture / Cannulation Training Work productively in a high pressured environment Note: Previous unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or to take over sponsorship of skilled worker visas at this time. System used: EMIS Why join us? Our Benefits; NHS Pension with 20.6% Employer Contribution 25 days / 5 weeks / 200 hours annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata, if part-time) Extra days leave for work anniversary each year Enhanced Maternity; Maternity / Paternity Support; Adoption pay Family friendly employment policies Special and Significant Event Leave Participation in OMGs refer a friend scheme Continued personal and professional development 24/7 free access to an Employee Assistance Program run by awarding winning Health Assured Eye care scheme free eye test plus a contribution towards glasses Cycle to work scheme Access to NHS Discounts Job description Job responsibilities The job holder will have to (among others): Work with nursing and medical teams in providing a proactive management of patients with chronic disease according to local strategies Support the nursing team in Healthcare Assistant duties such as dressings and clinical observations Conduct new patient and NHS health checks Participate in the development and implementation of service/CCG guidelines and protocols. Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory Measure and record the following physiological measurements in routine presentations: blood pressure pulse rate and rhythm temperature height and weight - body mass index venepuncture ECG glucose tolerance test peak flow readings inhaler technique spirometry Undertake spirometry under indirect supervision Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Ensure clinical rooms are appropriately stocked and ready for use at the start/end of the working day Assist regulated professional while patients undergoing minor surgery Assist with LARC fitting as required Undertake dressing procedures following local recommendations and using aseptic techniques Plan, develop and implement health promotion activities as appropriate e.g. smoking, exercise and diet Assess patients readiness to change and provide motivational support as appropriate in cases of smoking, obesity and healthy living for older people Administer the influenza, shingles and pneumococcal vaccine under indirect supervision of a regulated professional, ensuring PSDs are obtained and used for each patient Essential criteria: Have a NVQ level 1 Healthcare qualification Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in primary care/secondary care is required Prior experience in minor illness Appropriate Venepuncture / Cannulation Training Work productively in a high pressured environment Note: Previous unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or to take over sponsorship of skilled worker visas at this time. System used: EMIS Why join us? Our Benefits; NHS Pension with 20.6% Employer Contribution 25 days / 5 weeks / 200 hours annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata, if part-time) Extra days leave for work anniversary each year Enhanced Maternity; Maternity / Paternity Support; Adoption pay Family friendly employment policies Special and Significant Event Leave Participation in OMGs refer a friend scheme Continued personal and professional development 24/7 free access to an Employee Assistance Program run by awarding winning Health Assured Eye care scheme free eye test plus a contribution towards glasses Cycle to work scheme Access to NHS Discounts Person Specification Qualifications Essential Have a NVQ level 1 Healthcare qualification Appropriate Venepuncture / Cannulation Training Experience Essential Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in primary care/secondary care is required Prior experience in minor illness Person Specification Qualifications Essential Have a NVQ level 1 Healthcare qualification Appropriate Venepuncture / Cannulation Training Experience Essential Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in primary care/secondary care is required Prior experience in minor illness 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name OneMedicalGroup Address Minehead Medical Centre Minehead South East of England TA24 5DL Employer's website https://www.onemedicalgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)