Job summary
To work as part of and supporting our excellent nursing team in
contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example,
maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the
multidisciplinary team
Main duties of the job
The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a
requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing
levels:
a. Undertake new patient health checks
b. Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes
c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate,
recording findings accurately
d. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
e. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
f. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
g. Carry out BMI checks as directed
h. Act as a chaperone as required
i. When trained, undertake venepuncture
j. When trained, administer flu vaccinations
k. When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervison of the practice nurse
l. Carry out ECGs as requested
m. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
n. Provide support during minor operations as required
o. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
p. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance
About us
The Misbourne practice operates across two
sites (St Peter and St Giles) with approximately 12,500 registered patients. The practice population is
relatively stable with a high proportion of middle-aged and elderly population,
as well as a good proportion of young families with children. We have been a
training and teaching practice for many years with current focus only on GP
training.
The practice operates on a partnership model that
involves the following GP partners
Dr Adam Bartkiewicz
Dr Jo-Anne Brodie
Dr Randitha Hettiaratchi
Dr Ayaz Aleem
Dr Rupinder Pardesi
Dr Chiraush Patel
Dr Nicola Dickinson
Our vision is to
provide high standards of care that is accessible in as stress-free environment
as possible to facilitate the health and well-being of both, our patients, and
staff. We are dedicated to providing our patients with enhanced care,
underpinned by preventative medicine in collaboration with local networks of
primary care. Our aim is to be at the forefront of training the next generation
of doctors and allied healthcare professionals to deliver the intended high-quality
care for generation to come.
Our Mission is to
provide our patients with professional, accessible, and high standards of care
that inspires confidence in our patients and the community. Through our
patient-driven, holistic approach, we provide convenient and continuous access
to a well-trained and highly motivated primary healthcare team, in a safe,
responsive, and caring environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards
gaining equivalent level
Phlebotomy certification
Ear syringing certification
Experience Essential Desirable
Experience of working in a primary care environment
Experience of working with the general public
Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Clinical Knowledge & Skills Essential Desirable
Wound Care /
Removal of sutures & staples
ECGs
Venepuncture
New patient medicals inc. Height, Weight, BP, Pulse
Chaperone procedure
Spirometry
Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Skills Essential Desirable
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Strong IT skills
Clear, polite telephone manner
Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
EMIS / Systmone /Vision user skills
Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Personal Qualities Essential Desirable
Polite and confident
Flexible and cooperative
Motivated
Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately
and effectively, interpreting data as required
High levels of integrity and loyalty
Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the
patient
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Effectively utilises resources
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
Job description
Job responsibilities
Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards
gaining equivalent level
Phlebotomy certification
Ear syringing certification
Experience Essential Desirable
Experience of working in a primary care environment
Experience of working with the general public
Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Clinical Knowledge & Skills Essential Desirable
Wound Care /
Removal of sutures & staples
ECGs
Venepuncture
New patient medicals inc. Height, Weight, BP, Pulse
Chaperone procedure
Spirometry
Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Skills Essential Desirable
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Strong IT skills
Clear, polite telephone manner
Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
EMIS / Systmone /Vision user skills
Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Personal Qualities Essential Desirable
Polite and confident
Flexible and cooperative
Motivated
Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately
and effectively, interpreting data as required
High levels of integrity and loyalty
Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the
patient
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Effectively utilises resources
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards
- gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
- Ear syringing certification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards
- gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
- Ear syringing certification
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.