Job summary The Oaks Medical Centre is recruiting to employ a Health Care Assistant for 30 hours per week. To provide Health Care Assistant (HCA) services to the practice population(s). Supported by the nursing team within the practice, the Health Care Assistant (HCA) will deliver care within the boundaries of their role and in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients and support the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing HCA guidance as required. Main duties of the job Responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision making within the parameters of their qualifications and role requirements. They will focus upon supporting patients to be healthy by assessing their needs, providing HCA care, health education advice, screening activities, implementing care at the surgery, community or other settings, maintaining clinically accurate records and running clinics. About us At The Oaks Medical Centre we have 64 members of staff which include GP's,Nurses, Paramedics, Physicians Associates, Management Team, Receptionist, Prescribers, Data and Admin team and Secretary teams. We are also part of KEN PCN, meaning we also have PCN staff working here such as, physician associates, care coordinators etc. We follow the 4 values at The Oaks: Caring, Accountable, Supporting and Honest. Along with following our Mission and Vision statements. Mission Statement: To strengthen the health of our community by providing accessible, compassionate and quality healthcare. Vision Statement: To be the healthcare organisation of choice for our patients, delivering exceptional care through innovative partnerships resulting in healthier communities. Date posted 30 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A4814-24-0012 Job locations 199 Shady Lane Birmingham B44 9ER Chester Road Doctors Surgery 119 Chester Road Streetly Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B74 2HE Blackwood Health Centre Blackwood Road Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B743PL Job description Job responsibilities To take and, where appropriate, despatch laboratory specimens including blood, urine, swabs and other diagnostic tests as required by GPs. Making sure they are ready for collection by the designated collection time, or alternatively storing them in the fridge for next day collection. Setting up the ECG machine to take ECGs and making sure that they have been analysed by a GP. To advise patients on health care, minor ailments, health promotion and illness prevention. To undertake basic wound care and suture/clip removal, assisting the nurses. To undertake NHS Health checks To undertake Long Term Condition reviews - such as diabetic reviews. To maintain high standards of tidiness, hygiene and safety in the use of all equipment and areas of work, in line with the Practice Health and Safety policy, Infection Control Policy as well as all other Practice policies and procedures. To undertake any additional duties as may from time to time be deemed necessary, including working across sites. To liaise with and communicate effectively with other members of the Primary Health Care Team. Job description Job responsibilities To take and, where appropriate, despatch laboratory specimens including blood, urine, swabs and other diagnostic tests as required by GPs. Making sure they are ready for collection by the designated collection time, or alternatively storing them in the fridge for next day collection. Setting up the ECG machine to take ECGs and making sure that they have been analysed by a GP. To advise patients on health care, minor ailments, health promotion and illness prevention. To undertake basic wound care and suture/clip removal, assisting the nurses. To undertake NHS Health checks To undertake Long Term Condition reviews - such as diabetic reviews. To maintain high standards of tidiness, hygiene and safety in the use of all equipment and areas of work, in line with the Practice Health and Safety policy, Infection Control Policy as well as all other Practice policies and procedures. To undertake any additional duties as may from time to time be deemed necessary, including working across sites. To liaise with and communicate effectively with other members of the Primary Health Care Team. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A to C in English and Maths NVQ/BTEC in healthcare or Experience of healthcare. Experience Essential Experience of working in a healthcare setting Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Effective time management Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Excellent communication skills Desirable Experience of working in a GP practice Working with Systemone Person Specification Qualifications Essential A to C in English and Maths NVQ/BTEC in healthcare or Experience of healthcare. Experience Essential Experience of working in a healthcare setting Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Effective time management Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Excellent communication skills Desirable Experience of working in a GP practice Working with Systemone 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 The Oaks Medical Centre Address 199 Shady Lane Birmingham B44 9ER Employer's website https://theoaksmedical.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)