Healthcare Assistant
Ashville Surgery
The closing date is 23 May 2025
Job summary
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support the delivery of high-quality patient care within our busy GP surgery. The successful candidate will work closely with our nursing and clinical team to provide a range of clinical and administrative services, contributing to the health and wellbeing of our patient population.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties:
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Assist clinical staff with patient care, including observations (e.g., blood pressure, temperature, pulse).
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Carry out basic procedures such as ECGs, wound care, and phlebotomy (if trained).
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Support chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, asthma reviews under guidance).
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Administer vaccinations and injections (if trained and under appropriate protocols).
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Perform health checks and assist with NHS Health Checks.
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Maintain accurate patient records using clinical systems.
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Ensure clinical areas are kept clean, stocked, and compliant with infection control standards.
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Assist in clinics such as smear clinics or minor surgeries (chaperoning when required).
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Support health promotion and lifestyle advice under clinician direction.
About us
Ashville Surgery in Whalley Range is a well-established GP practice dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to the local community. The practice offers a range of general medical services, including routine consultations, chronic disease management, vaccinations, health checks. With a patient-centered approach, the clinical teamcomprising GPs, nurses, and healthcare assistantsworks collaboratively to deliver compassionate care.
Ashville Surgery also supports patients with access to digital tools like the NHS App and emphasises preventative healthcare through health education. The practice is committed to fostering a welcoming environment where patients feel supported in managing their health and well-being.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Phlebotomy (taking blood samples)
- Blood pressure checks
- ECGs
- NHS Health Checks
- Routine health screening
- Chronic disease monitoring support
- Wound care & dressings
- Administering B12 injections and flu vaccinations (if appropriately trained)
- Assisting with minor surgery and clinics
- Maintaining clinical equipment and stock
- Updating patient records accurately on the clinical system (EMIS preferable)
- Supporting the nursing team and GPs as required
- Promoting health education and wellbeing
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Phlebotomy (taking blood samples)
- Blood pressure checks
- ECGs
- NHS Health Checks
- Routine health screening
- Chronic disease monitoring support
- Wound care & dressings
- Administering B12 injections and flu vaccinations (if appropriately trained)
- Assisting with minor surgery and clinics
- Maintaining clinical equipment and stock
- Updating patient records accurately on the clinical system (EMIS preferable)
- Supporting the nursing team and GPs as required
- Promoting health education and wellbeing
Person Specification
Abilities
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare setting or similar role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems (training provided)
- Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- Previous experience in a General Practice or Primary Care setting
- Phlebotomy, ECG, and vaccination experience
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification)
- Understanding of infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications:
- Phlebotomy certificate
- Phlebotomy SVQ
Desirable
- Qualifications:
- SVQ Health Care Assistant
Experience
Essential
- Experience:
- Full driving license
- Record ECGs
- Venepuncture
- IM injections
- Health checks
Desirable
- Experience:
- Previous GP Practice
- Health education
Person Specification
Abilities
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare setting or similar role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems (training provided)
- Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- Previous experience in a General Practice or Primary Care setting
- Phlebotomy, ECG, and vaccination experience
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification)
- Understanding of infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications:
- Phlebotomy certificate
- Phlebotomy SVQ
Desirable
- Qualifications:
- SVQ Health Care Assistant
Experience
Essential
- Experience:
- Full driving license
- Record ECGs
- Venepuncture
- IM injections
- Health checks
Desirable
- Experience:
- Previous GP Practice
- Health education
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).