Job summary We are looking for a part time Health Care Assistant to join our busy, friendly team in Bussage, near Stroud. The ideal candidate will have strong IT and communication skills and will have previous experience of working as a Health Care Assistant or in a similar role. The successful candidate will work collaboratively alongside the wider practice team to meet the needs of patients and delivering patient care. Some flexibility to work additional hours to cover holidays and sickness may be required. Main duties of the job Primary Responsibilities Baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately Routine and 24-hour BP monitoring Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required Support the Practice Nurses with the management of chronic disease clinics BMI checks Act as a chaperone as required Undertake venepuncture Administer flu vaccinations Ear irrigation under the supervision of the Practice Nurse ECGs as requested Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation Provide support during minor operations and procedures as required Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely and their temperatures are recorded in accordance with extant guidance Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the surgerys IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Secondary Responsibilities Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the organisation About us Frithwood Surgery is a semi-rural 7000 list size practice with its own Dispensary. We are a friendly team with staff wellbeing at the heart of our culture. We have a wellbeing charter that means we are looking out for each other, supporting each other through the busy or difficult times and always prioritising our colleagues, to ensure the highest levels of care can be given to our patients. The successful candidate will join our existing nursing team which includes four Nurses and a Health Care Assistant. Our nurses run dedicated Asthma, Diabetes, COPD and Sexual Health clinics and the successful candidate would play an active role in supporting us to provide these services. We are very happy to hear from any prospective candidates so please do not hesitate to contact the practice if you have any questions. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A1036-24-0001 Job locations 45 Tanglewood Way Chalford Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 8DE Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will support the practice nursing team in the delivery of clinical services, working as part of the practice team and delivering care within their scope of practice to our patients. The Healthcare Assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education. Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will support the practice nursing team in the delivery of clinical services, working as part of the practice team and delivering care within their scope of practice to our patients. The Healthcare Assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education. Person Specification Skills and Personal Qualities Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations Ability to record accurate clinical notes 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 Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Desirable Clinical Knowledge and Skills Including: Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples ECGs Venepuncture New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse Chaperone procedure Spirometry General Skills: Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Systmone user skills Qualifications Essential Qualified in phlebotomy Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards equivalent qualification Desirable Qualified to NVQ level 3 Qualified in ear syringing Experience Essential Experience of working in a healthcare environment Experience of working with the general public Desirable Experience of working in primary care Person Specification Skills and Personal Qualities Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations Ability to record accurate clinical notes 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 Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Desirable Clinical Knowledge and Skills Including: Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples ECGs Venepuncture New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse Chaperone procedure Spirometry General Skills: Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Systmone user skills Qualifications Essential Qualified in phlebotomy Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards equivalent qualification Desirable Qualified to NVQ level 3 Qualified in ear syringing Experience Essential Experience of working in a healthcare environment Experience of working with the general public Desirable Experience of working in primary care 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 Frithwood Surgery Address 45 Tanglewood Way Chalford Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 8DE Employer's website http://www.frithwoodsurgery.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)