JOB PURPOSE The HCA will be responsible for undertaking health checks to targeted groups of individuals within the community and signposting them to various support and educational resources on healthy lifestyles and choices. Specific pathways for escalation will be followed, with remote support provided from the Prevention Services management team and a Supervisory GP. These will run from various locations within Herefordshire as well as the Talk Wellbeing drop-in Centre at Maylords. Main Responsibilities Following specific health check pathways/guidelines, undertake and record the following tasks: Blood pressure readings Pulse/heart rate Pulse rate and rhythm Height measurements Weight measurements Cholesterol finger prick test Provide healthy lifestyle education Use of EMIS web with clear consultation notes through Health Checks template Daily recording and data logging of test equipment Undertake Quality control testing of equipment as per agreed procedures Listening to individuals ensuring they feel at ease by being understanding and empathetic Know and adhere to guidelines for the management of sharps and clinical waste within clinical rooms Understanding of pathways to be able to confidently escalate and work remotely with GPs to resolve and ensure best interests for individuals Working with site managers for remote support if and when needed Transporting and monitoring stock use ensuring levels are necessary for shifts work Advise individuals on general health care and promote disease prevention opportunistically Be able to recognise need for urgent /emergency care taking immediate necessary action, calling for help and alerting for example in the event of anaphylaxis or cardiac arrest Have the insight and confidence to recognise and always work within the boundaries of safe practice based on your own competence and the limitations of the HCA role Supporting patients and having the knowledge to signpost to relevant organisations. Higher-grade duties for those with additional training To monitor as well as order stock when necessary Working with management to ensure smooth roll out of programme operationally Escalating issues when they arise, and to work with management to help resolve them Working with Lead Prevention Nurse to ensure templates, pathways and guides are adhered to correctly, as well as troubleshooting of any issues or problems as soon as possible. To carry out any other appropriate duties as required. Please see attached job description for further information.