Job summary
JOB TITLE: Healthcare
Assistant / Phlebotomist
HOURS: Full time /
Part Time (Negotiable)
LOCATION: Fitzalan
Medical Centre, Wick Surgery and Primary Care Network (inc Angmering &
Coppice Surgeries)
RESPONSIBLE TO: Nurse Manager and ACF Partners
JOB SUMMARY:
To assist trained clinical staff to care for patients at the surgery.
To undertake delegated tasks independently as directed by a qualified
Nurse or Doctor once deemed competent by the surgery
To report to the nursing/clinical staff any changes or concerns about
patients immediately
To work as a team member demonstrating a consistent high level of
interpersonal and communication skills.
To maintain high standards of professionalism.
To maintain skill/competence and undertake appropriate training in order
to achieve this i.e: the HCA Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2 or 3 (training can
be given).
To work safely, legally and ethically with respect to the cultural,
emotional and diverse needs of others
Main duties of the job
KEY AREAS OF
RESPONSIBILITY:
Phlebotomy/butterfly blood sampling
Simple Dressings
ECGs
Blood pressure monitoring Urine
testing/Sample collection/ Preparation of specimens ready for collection
Peak Flow recording
Height/Weight/BMI recording
Assist in medical emergencies e.g. CPR
Computer information input
Assisting nurses / doctors with complex
procedures
Provide advice and support to patients and
carers where appropriate and within own levels of competence
Ensure clinical waste is placed for
collection
Stock Control Restock cupboards/ordering
stock
Maintain supplies in Consulting and Treatment
rooms
Attend and participate in Nursing and
Clinical team meetings
Attend appropriate training and updates
Complete HCA Core Competency training
Adopt a flexible attitude to take account of changes
within the service
EXTENDED ROLES
Diabetic foot checks
Smoking Cessation Advice
Influenza, Pneumococcal & Shingles
vaccinations
B12 injections
Long Term Conditions initial assessment
Compression bandaging
Doppler assessment
Spirometry
NHS Health Checks
& 24 hour B/p monitoring
About us
Fitzalan Medical Group is in Partnership with Angmering Medical Group known as ACF PCN.
Fitzalan Surgery is located in Littlehampton, West Sussex.
We are a busy surgery with a highly effective friendly Nurse team who pride themselves on offering the best possible care to our local population. We are supportive of training and our staff extending their knowledge and roles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
To assist trained clinical staff to care for patients at the surgery.
To undertake delegated tasks independently as directed by a qualified
Nurse or Doctor once deemed competent by the surgery
To report to the nursing/clinical staff any changes or concerns about
patients immediately
To work as a team member demonstrating a consistent high level of
interpersonal and communication skills.
To maintain high standards of professionalism.
To maintain skill/competence and undertake appropriate training in order
to achieve this i.e: the HCA Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2 or 3 (training can
be given).
To work safely, legally and ethically with respect to the cultural,
emotional and diverse needs of others
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
To assist trained clinical staff to care for patients at the surgery.
To undertake delegated tasks independently as directed by a qualified
Nurse or Doctor once deemed competent by the surgery
To report to the nursing/clinical staff any changes or concerns about
patients immediately
To work as a team member demonstrating a consistent high level of
interpersonal and communication skills.
To maintain high standards of professionalism.
To maintain skill/competence and undertake appropriate training in order
to achieve this i.e: the HCA Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2 or 3 (training can
be given).
To work safely, legally and ethically with respect to the cultural,
emotional and diverse needs of others
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A-C in English.
- HCA experience.
- HCA Core Competency Certificate or NVQ level 2 or willing to attain.
Desirable
- Experience in Primary/Community Care/HCA Role.
- Phlebotomy qualification.
- Experience of Computer held patient records.
- Interest in further training/extending role.
- Qualified to NVQ Level 3
Personal Specification
Essential
- Essential
- Smart, polite and confident
- Great communication skills
- Good literacy skills
- Performing under pressure
- Adaptability
- Team working
- Self-motivated and confident
- Flexibility
- Confidentiality
- Prioritisation
Desirable
- Desirable
- Experience in Primary/Community Care/HCA Role
- Experience of Computer held patient records
- Interest in further training/extending role.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A-C in English.
- HCA experience.
- HCA Core Competency Certificate or NVQ level 2 or willing to attain.
Desirable
- Experience in Primary/Community Care/HCA Role.
- Phlebotomy qualification.
- Experience of Computer held patient records.
- Interest in further training/extending role.
- Qualified to NVQ Level 3
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A-C in English.
- HCA experience.
- HCA Core Competency Certificate or NVQ level 2 or willing to attain.
Desirable
- Experience in Primary/Community Care/HCA Role.
- Phlebotomy qualification.
- Experience of Computer held patient records.
- Interest in further training/extending role.
- Qualified to NVQ Level 3
Personal Specification
Essential
- Essential
- Smart, polite and confident
- Great communication skills
- Good literacy skills
- Performing under pressure
- Adaptability
- Team working
- Self-motivated and confident
- Flexibility
- Confidentiality
- Prioritisation
Desirable
- Desirable
- Experience in Primary/Community Care/HCA Role
- Experience of Computer held patient records
- Interest in further training/extending role.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A-C in English.
- HCA experience.
- HCA Core Competency Certificate or NVQ level 2 or willing to attain.
Desirable
- Experience in Primary/Community Care/HCA Role.
- Phlebotomy qualification.
- Experience of Computer held patient records.
- Interest in further training/extending role.
- Qualified to NVQ Level 3
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.