Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly nursing team at Stone Cross Surgery. We pride ourselves in proving a high standard of care in a supportive environment delivering a patient focussed service. Previous experience is essential. The role is 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday with the occasional Evening and Saturday session. This is done on a rota basis. Clinics will be based at Stone Cross, Pevensey Bay and Westham surgeries Main duties of the job The successful candidate will cover General Practice HCA duties. Duties will include, but are not limited to; Phlebotomy Assisting with long term conditions clinics such as diabetes, asthma, COPD NHS Health Checks Wound Management Flu and Pneumonia vaccinations ECGs BP checks B12 injections Suture and clip removal Ordering nursing stock and equipment Precise and accurate recording on patient records You will work alongside the existing nursing team to ensure: Stock levels are maintained by ordering, rotation and sorting deliveries. Identifying the best places to purchase stocks and dealing with suppliers. Completion of cleanliness, infection prevention control measures and health and safety requirement of the role. Doctors are supported in their clinics. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all patients. (This list is not exhaustive.) About us We are a busy practice operating over 3 sites and supporting a practice population of 14,500 patients. The team consists of 6 GP Partners, 2 salaried GPs, 6 practitioners, 4 Practice Nurses, 1HCA and 1 Phlebotomist a wider administrative team. Supported by PCN ARRS staff including Clinical Pharmacists, Physiotherapists, Social Prescribers and Health Coaches. Date posted 09 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A4093-24-0000 Job locations Mimram Road Stone Cross Pevensey East Sussex BN24 5DZ Stone Cross Surgery Church Bailey Westham Pevensey East Sussex BN24 5NQ The Medical Centre 10 Richmond Road Pevensey Bay Pevensey East Sussex BN24 6AQ Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate must cover General Practice HCA duties and delivering the highest level of care and assistance. Duties will include, but are not limited to; Phlebotomy, Assisting with long term conditions clinics such as diabetes, asthma, COPD. NHS Health Checks, Wound Management, Flu and Pneumonia vaccinations, ECGs, BP checks, B12 injections, Suture and clip removal, Ordering nursing stock and equipment, Precise and accurate recording on patient records, You will work alongside the existing nursing team to ensure: Stock levels are maintained by ordering, rotation and sorting deliveries. Identifying the best places to purchase stocks and dealing with suppliers. Completion of cleanliness, infection prevention control measures and health and safety requirement of the role. Doctors are supported in their clinics. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all patients. This list is not exhaustive. Essential criteria: NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) Will be expected to manage their own pre-booked clinics Will be able to undertake consultations within the designated times Able to work to a high standard of care under supervision Able to accept coaching and guidance Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills Good organisational and time management skills Adaptable to change Flexibility to handle different situations Be caring and compassionate in nature Be able to undertake mandatory training Computer literate Ability to work well within a team Further training opportunities are available both externally and within the surgery to expand your skills in areas of interest. Desirable experience: EMIS Knowledge Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate must cover General Practice HCA duties and delivering the highest level of care and assistance. Duties will include, but are not limited to; Phlebotomy, Assisting with long term conditions clinics such as diabetes, asthma, COPD. NHS Health Checks, Wound Management, Flu and Pneumonia vaccinations, ECGs, BP checks, B12 injections, Suture and clip removal, Ordering nursing stock and equipment, Precise and accurate recording on patient records, You will work alongside the existing nursing team to ensure: Stock levels are maintained by ordering, rotation and sorting deliveries. Identifying the best places to purchase stocks and dealing with suppliers. Completion of cleanliness, infection prevention control measures and health and safety requirement of the role. Doctors are supported in their clinics. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all patients. This list is not exhaustive. Essential criteria: NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) Will be expected to manage their own pre-booked clinics Will be able to undertake consultations within the designated times Able to work to a high standard of care under supervision Able to accept coaching and guidance Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills Good organisational and time management skills Adaptable to change Flexibility to handle different situations Be caring and compassionate in nature Be able to undertake mandatory training Computer literate Ability to work well within a team Further training opportunities are available both externally and within the surgery to expand your skills in areas of interest. Desirable experience: EMIS Knowledge Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) Desirable EMIS knowledge Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) Desirable EMIS knowledge 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 Stone Cross Surgery Address Mimram Road Stone Cross Pevensey East Sussex BN24 5DZ Employer's website https://stonecrosssurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)