Job summary We have a vacancy for a Healthcare Assistant working 26.5 hours per week.To support the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education. The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) plays a pivotal role in delivering high quality care to our patients. We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant with a knowledge of working within a general practice environment, to join our supportive and friendly team. Main duties of the job Your core tasks will be - Undertake new patient health checks Support the Practice Nurse with health promotion programmes Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required Support the Practice Nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics Carry out BMI checks as directed Act as a chaperone as required When trained, undertake venepuncture When trained, administer flu vaccinations When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the Practice Nurse Carry out ECGs as requested Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation Provide support during minor operations as required Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate About us At the Spa Medical Centre, we aim to provide the highest quality of care to the people of Melksham, we are compassionate, friendly and professional. We work collaboratively with our patients to achieve the best health outcomes. The practice extends its ethos of caring to its staff and aspires to provide a nurturing and rewarding environment in which to work. At Spa Medical Centre we have - CQC good rating with outstanding features Very high QOF achievement. Weekly staff running club Bean-to-cup coffee and a new staff wellbeing room Fantastic Christmas and Summer socials and wellbeing events through the year. Purpose built modern facilities with on-site staff parking Location in a rapidly growing area of North Wiltshire, with many affordable homes and excellent transport links by rail and the M4. Our staff enjoy short rural commutes from Chippenham, Bath and the surrounding villages. Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.75 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A2319-25-0002 Job locations Snowberry Lane Melksham Wiltshire SN12 6UN Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Healthcare 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: Undertake new patient health checks Support the Practice Nurse with health promotion programmes Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurate Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as require Support the Practice Nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics Carry out BMI checks as directed Act as a chaperone as require When trained, undertake venepuncture When trained, administer flu vaccinations When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the Practice Nurse Carry out ECGs as requested Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation Provide support during minor operations as required Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Healthcare Assistant may be requested to a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care c. Support and participate in shared learning within the organisation d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Healthcare 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: Undertake new patient health checks Support the Practice Nurse with health promotion programmes Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurate Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as require Support the Practice Nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics Carry out BMI checks as directed Act as a chaperone as require When trained, undertake venepuncture When trained, administer flu vaccinations When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the Practice Nurse Carry out ECGs as requested Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation Provide support during minor operations as required Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Healthcare Assistant may be requested to a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care c. Support and participate in shared learning within the organisation d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota Person Specification Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential ECGs Venepuncture New patient medicals, including height, weight, BP, pulse Chaperone procedure Ability to record accurate clinical notes Desirable Wound care/removal of sutures and staples Qualifications Essential Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level Desirable Previous completion of the HCA Care Certificate - Phlebotomy certification Vaccination certification Skills Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Effective time management (planning and 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 Clinical IT system user skills Other Requirements Essential Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational Health clearance Desirable Flexibility to work outside core office hours Experience Essential Experience of working with the general public Experience of working in a healthcare setting Desirable Experience of working in a primary care environment Person Specification Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential ECGs Venepuncture New patient medicals, including height, weight, BP, pulse Chaperone procedure Ability to record accurate clinical notes Desirable Wound care/removal of sutures and staples Qualifications Essential Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level Desirable Previous completion of the HCA Care Certificate - Phlebotomy certification Vaccination certification Skills Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Effective time management (planning and 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 Clinical IT system user skills Other Requirements Essential Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational Health clearance Desirable Flexibility to work outside core office hours Experience Essential Experience of working with the general public Experience of working in a healthcare setting Desirable Experience of working in a primary care environment 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 Spa Medical Centre Address Snowberry Lane Melksham Wiltshire SN12 6UN Employer's website https://www.spamedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)