Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced healthcare support worker to join our busy GP practice. Working with the practice team to deliver clinical services to our registered patient population in a caring, empathetic and efficient manner. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic to work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team. The post will be for 24 hours per week, working specifically on a Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Main duties of the job The following are the core responsibilities of the Healthcare Support Worker. Phlebotomy/venepuncture clinics Baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure monitoring using a manual sphyg as well as OMRON machine, temperature, pulse rate, height, weight, BMI, urinalysis dipstix, recording findings accurately Management of chronic disease clinics and housebound reviews (long term conditions) asthma, diabetes (foot pulse checks), hypertension, CKD, CHD, PAD, AF, COPD Carry out NHS Healthchecks and High Risk Reviews Act as a chaperone/assistant as required Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation efficiently Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session ECGs Ear Syringing ABPI Doppler MOCA Vaccinations flu, COVID, pneumo, shingles, B12 Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes Support the practice to achieve high quality of care for patients/carers and meet the requirements of QOF and other contractual indicators. About us The practice is based in the centre of Unsworth, on the outskirts of Bury town centre, near to the motorway network. We have a dedicated clinical team comprising of 4 x GP Partners, Salaried GP, 2 x Practice Nurses, 1 x Healthcare Support Worker (TNA) who work collaboratively with our ARRS team (physios, pharmacists, mental health worker, learning disability co-ordinator, care co-ordinator, social prescriber, acute visiting team) and our friendly reception/administrative team. Date posted 14 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A4220-25-0000 Job locations Unsworth Medical Centre Parr Lane Bury Lancashire BL9 8JR Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Healthcare Support Worker Job Description. If you require further information please contact Lesley, Practice Manager, Unsworth Medical Centre. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Healthcare Support Worker Job Description. If you require further information please contact Lesley, Practice Manager, Unsworth Medical Centre. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths Healthcare qualification (level 3) or working towards gaining the Healthcare support worker competencies. Phlebotomy / venepuncture certification Desirable Refer to the Unsworth Medical Centre, Healthcare Support Worker Person Specification for details and requirements. Experience Essential Please refer to the attached Healthcare Support Worker Person Specification for details/requirements. If you require further information please contact Lesley, Practice Manager, Unsworth Medical Centre. Desirable Please refer to the attached Healthcare Support Worker Person Specification for details/requirements. If you require further information please contact Lesley, Practice Manager, Unsworth Medical Centre. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths Healthcare qualification (level 3) or working towards gaining the Healthcare support worker competencies. Phlebotomy / venepuncture certification Desirable Refer to the Unsworth Medical Centre, Healthcare Support Worker Person Specification for details and requirements. Experience Essential Please refer to the attached Healthcare Support Worker Person Specification for details/requirements. If you require further information please contact Lesley, Practice Manager, Unsworth Medical Centre. Desirable Please refer to the attached Healthcare Support Worker Person Specification for details/requirements. If you require further information please contact Lesley, Practice Manager, Unsworth Medical Centre. 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 Unsworth Medical Centre Address Unsworth Medical Centre Parr Lane Bury Lancashire BL9 8JR Employer's website https://www.unsworthmc.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)