Job summary
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The
purpose of the post is to support the nurse and doctor teams by undertaking
patient care tasks, clinical support tasks, infection control tasks, restocking
and stock rotation.
SCOPE OF THE JOB
The
HCA will perform tasks prescribed and delegated by the Lead Nurse, working to
agreed protocols and within defined competencies.
Main duties of the job
New patient health
checks and NHS health checks
Venepuncture
Urine testing/analysis
Blood pressure
measurement/monitoring including ambulatory BP monitoring
ECG
Height, weight
measurement
Lifestyle advice
Spirometry monitoring
Chaperoning
Diabetic foot checks
Simple wound care
Peak flow recording
Suture and clip removal
Wound swabs
Recognise changes in the
patients observations which must be reported and acted on
Assist clinicians in
emergency management of patients
Enable patients to
access appropriate professionals in the practice team
Function as a chaperone
Appreciate Principles of
health living
Provide relevant health
promotion literature for patients
The link person within
the practice for health promotion activities
Responsible for
collection of clinical waste/sample/sharps bins and take to designated storage
areas ready for collection.
With nurse support, assist with setting up for:
Minor surgery procedures
including joint injections
Dressings
IUD insertion and
removal
Implanon insertion and
removal
Smears
Medicals
On the basis of a Patient Specific Direction and
with signed authorisation:
Shingles immunisation
Flu immunisation
Pneumococcal
immunisation
Vitamin B injections
About us
List Size: approx. 18,300 patients
CQC Rating: Good
High QOF Achievement and active participation in Enhanced
Services
8 GPs
1 Paramedic
3Clinical Pharmacists
Team of Nurses
HCA
2 GP Assistants
Other Allied professionals: Physiotherapist, Mental Health Nurse, Health
and Wellbeing, and Midwife.
Team meetings
EMIS Web
Docman 10
AccuRx Patients Triage
Parking Available
Job description
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and an
enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join this established and respected
medical practice. RHR Experience
of general practice is desirable, and experience from a hospital or a
healthcare environment will be considered.
Parkwood
Surgery is a Teaching and Training Practice. Our new stunning purpose-built
extension and completely refurbished building, provides spacious clinical and
admin areas.
Working under the
supervision of Lead Practice Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific
practice protocols and guidelines, you will assist the practice in provision
and delivery of general medical services to patients.
Working within your
scope of practice and maintaining exceptional professional conduct at all
times.
Main Duties:
-
To assist in the provision of specifically
delegated nursing services
-
To deal with patients needs in a primary care
setting
-
To contribute and work within the nursing team
-
To ensure the highest standards of care are
provided for patients
We look forward to
welcoming a dedicated HCA to our team, who will maintain our values and
contribute to the development of patient services, in a friendly and positive
working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and an
enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join this established and respected
medical practice. RHR Experience
of general practice is desirable, and experience from a hospital or a
healthcare environment will be considered.
Parkwood
Surgery is a Teaching and Training Practice. Our new stunning purpose-built
extension and completely refurbished building, provides spacious clinical and
admin areas.
Working under the
supervision of Lead Practice Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific
practice protocols and guidelines, you will assist the practice in provision
and delivery of general medical services to patients.
Working within your
scope of practice and maintaining exceptional professional conduct at all
times.
Main Duties:
-
To assist in the provision of specifically
delegated nursing services
-
To deal with patients needs in a primary care
setting
-
To contribute and work within the nursing team
-
To ensure the highest standards of care are
provided for patients
We look forward to
welcoming a dedicated HCA to our team, who will maintain our values and
contribute to the development of patient services, in a friendly and positive
working environment.
Person Specification
Academic/ Vocational Qualifications
Essential
- 2 GCSE grade A-C
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, and willing to work towards Level 3, or equivalent
- A demonstrable commitment to professional development
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a health care setting
- Experience of caring for others
Desirable
- Experience in GP Practice
- Experience of EMIS Web clinical system
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Ability to provide quality care
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good team working skills
Desirable
Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
- Able to work on own initiative
- Able to work under pressure and remain calm
- Flexible and adaptable
Person Specification
Academic/ Vocational Qualifications
Essential
- 2 GCSE grade A-C
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, and willing to work towards Level 3, or equivalent
- A demonstrable commitment to professional development
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a health care setting
- Experience of caring for others
Desirable
- Experience in GP Practice
- Experience of EMIS Web clinical system
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Ability to provide quality care
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good team working skills
Desirable
Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
- Able to work on own initiative
- Able to work under pressure and remain calm
- Flexible and adaptable
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).
