Job summary The Cedars is looking to recruit a part-time/Full time innovative and enthusiastic HCA to join our highly skilled team. Our surgery is rated 4.7 on NHS Reviews, one of the highest in our region The post will be clinical and suitable for a highly competent HCA/Assistant Practitioner. The successful candidate will work within our Medical Centre. Pay will be dependent on experience - GOOD Hours - 30-36 hours per week (will include an 8pm finish on a Monday evening). The 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 Main duties of the job Undertake new patient health checks Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, 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 supervison 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 practice IPC policy Ordering medication Compile the PPA medication monthly Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Process routine blood forms for patients and liaise with the patient/carer to book an appropriate appointment More information on the Job Description About us We pride ourselves on providing high-quality general practice services to c.11,680 patients in, and around Alsager. The team consists of; 5 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, 1 Managing Partner, 1 Care Coordinator, 2 Musculoskeletal Care Practitioners, 1 Pharmacy Technician, 1 Pharmacist, 3 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA. The team is supported by a hardworking and friendly reception and secretarial team. As an undergraduate teaching practice, we have close ties with Manchester University and Keele University. We are also a Training Practice and support GP Trainees. We are paperless utilising EMIS Web, Docman, Accurx, lab links, Lexacom and Electronic Prescribing and are high achievers in both national and local performance frameworks and enhanced services. We have a fully digitised Lloyd George records and undertake self-care and workflow redirection. We support a number of local nursing homes and care for a predominantly older patient demographic. Why join us? - CQC rated GOOD in all areas - Pay - High - 6 weeks' annual leave bank holidays pro rata - High staff retention - Occupational sick pay once attained minimum period of service required - Purpose built building - Target driven - High Patient Satisfaction - Accredited Veteran, Dementia Friendly and Active Practice - Gold award for Sustainability - QOF Achieved within 10 months Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Good Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A2455-24-0004 Job locations Sandbach Road South Alsager Stoke-on-trent ST7 2LU Job description Job responsibilities The job description and person specification are added separately in the supporting documents for completeness and ease. Job description Job responsibilities The job description and person specification are added separately in the supporting documents for completeness and ease. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Ability to organise plan and prioritise on own initiative including when under pressure and meeting deadlines Care Certificate at Level 3 minimum or equivalent Able to work as part of a team Able to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence motivating others to reach their potential Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to identify risk and manage risk when working with individuals Excellent negotiating skills Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with all colleagues in Pathways PCN and the wider system Demonstrates personal accountability emotional resilience and works well under pressure Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development More information on job description Desirable Experience in use of databases Knowledge of general practice clinical systems such as EMIS Person Specification Qualifications Essential Ability to organise plan and prioritise on own initiative including when under pressure and meeting deadlines Care Certificate at Level 3 minimum or equivalent Able to work as part of a team Able to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence motivating others to reach their potential Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to identify risk and manage risk when working with individuals Excellent negotiating skills Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with all colleagues in Pathways PCN and the wider system Demonstrates personal accountability emotional resilience and works well under pressure Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development More information on job description Desirable Experience in use of databases Knowledge of general practice clinical systems such as 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 Cedars Medical Centre Address Sandbach Road South Alsager Stoke-on-trent ST7 2LU Employer's website https://www.cedarsmedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)