Job summary Central Surgery Rugby has undergone a period of transition and has embraced new ways of working. We have developed smarter ways of working which includes reorganised teams to embrace and encourage talent. If you are enthusiastic about change, then we want you to join our team As a Healthcare Assistant, with proven healthcare experience in an acute or community environment, you will assist with the delivery of patient care. Providing support to health care professionals within a multi-disciplinary team, working under the supervision of the clinician and within the group parameters of practice. Main duties of the job As someone who can work with autonomy, you will apply your skills and knowledge to the following clinical areas of responsibilities: ECG recording Experience and knowledge in wound-care Removal of sutures and staples Deliver Vaccinations under PSD and support from trained professionals deliver Flu vaccine, Pneumonia vaccines and B12 injections. Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients within your own skillset. Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Chaperoning duties Knowledge of EMIS templates to undertake nursing assessments and Long-Term Condition reviews Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms. Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses. Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Support the medical and nursing team throughout the day About us Central Surgery Rugby is the largest practice in Rugby and employs almost 60 staff. The practice is progressive and achieving higher targets. Many staff working at the practice have been employed for many years and are terrifically loyal. We have a wide ranging demographic across staff groups and embrace diversity in its many forms. We are amazing and if you are, we want you to join our team Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Based on 2024-25 rates Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A4954-HCA260225 Job locations Central Surgery Corporation Street Rugby Warwickshire CV21 3SP Job description Job responsibilities ECG recording Experience and knowledge in wound-care Removal of sutures and staples Deliver Vaccinations under PSD and support from trained professionals deliver Flu vaccine, Pneumonia vaccines and B12 injections. Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients within your own skillset. Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Chaperoning duties Knowledge of EMIS templates to undertake nursing assessments and Long-Term Condition reviews Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms. Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses. Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Support the medical and nursing team throughout the day Job description Job responsibilities ECG recording Experience and knowledge in wound-care Removal of sutures and staples Deliver Vaccinations under PSD and support from trained professionals deliver Flu vaccine, Pneumonia vaccines and B12 injections. Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients within your own skillset. Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Chaperoning duties Knowledge of EMIS templates to undertake nursing assessments and Long-Term Condition reviews Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms. Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses. Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Support the medical and nursing team throughout the day Person Specification Experience Essential Experience as HCA or health support worker within a health care setting and/or primary care. Holds a care certificate. Can work to a high standard of care under supervision. Understands impact of national and local issues on patients and services. Desirable Worked in senior HCA role. Act as mentor for other healthcare staff. Qualifications Essential Basic English and Maths GCSE level C and above (new grade 4 and above) Care Certificate Award and/or Qualified to NVQ level 2 Healthcare Desirable Other recognised form of educational attainment Previous healthcare experience in Primary Care clinical role Qualified to NVQ level 3 Specialist qualification in advanced role Extensive CPD Skills and Knowledge Essential Competent in a full range of HCA duties. Able to evidence quality care to patients. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Can evidence strong interpersonal &communication skills. Works well in a team. Effective time management and organisational skills. Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions. Adaptable to change. Computer literate; knowledge of clinical IT systems. Proficient & accurate in record keeping. Desirable Sound understanding of Health and Safety & application to practice. Sound understanding of Infection Prevention & Control & application to practice. IT qualification and use of EMIS Person Specification Experience Essential Experience as HCA or health support worker within a health care setting and/or primary care. Holds a care certificate. Can work to a high standard of care under supervision. Understands impact of national and local issues on patients and services. Desirable Worked in senior HCA role. Act as mentor for other healthcare staff. Qualifications Essential Basic English and Maths GCSE level C and above (new grade 4 and above) Care Certificate Award and/or Qualified to NVQ level 2 Healthcare Desirable Other recognised form of educational attainment Previous healthcare experience in Primary Care clinical role Qualified to NVQ level 3 Specialist qualification in advanced role Extensive CPD Skills and Knowledge Essential Competent in a full range of HCA duties. Able to evidence quality care to patients. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Can evidence strong interpersonal &communication skills. Works well in a team. Effective time management and organisational skills. Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions. Adaptable to change. Computer literate; knowledge of clinical IT systems. Proficient & accurate in record keeping. Desirable Sound understanding of Health and Safety & application to practice. Sound understanding of Infection Prevention & Control & application to practice. IT qualification and use of EMIS 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 Central Surgery Address Central Surgery Corporation Street Rugby Warwickshire CV21 3SP Employer's website https://centralsurgeryrugby.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)