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The Oaks Medical Centre

Health Care Assistant

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a experienced Health Care Assistant to join The Oaks Medical Centre based in Hull

We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Health Care Assistant to join our friendly and dynamic Primary Care team on a temporary fixed term 6 months basis. Hours and days to be agreed.

Main duties of the job

Working under direct supervision of the Lead nurse and GPs and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of clinical care.

Duties are varied including phlebotomy, health checks, Injections (B12/Flus etc) Blood Pressure checks including 24 hrs.

About us

Oaks Medical Centre is a well-established and friendly General Practice, we have four GP partners, two part time nurses and one HCA.

We are committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to our patient population of 8000. Our team is dedicated to continuous improvement and professional development, ensuring that we deliver the best possible care to our patients.

Details

Date posted

07 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A5769-25-0001

Job locations

The Oaks Medical Centre

Hull

East Riding of Yorkshire

HU4 6RF


Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

Perform basic clinical procedures such as blood pressure checks, phlebotomy & urinalysis

Assist in routine health checks and monitoring chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).

Support vaccination clinics, including flu.

Prepare and maintain clinical areas, ensuring equipment is clean and well-stocked.

Assist with wound care, dressing changes, and removal of sutures under supervision.

Provide lifestyle advice to patients on smoking cessation, weight management, and physical activity.

Administrative Duties:

Accurately record patient information on EMIS clinical system.

Ensure compliance with practice protocols, policies, and infection control standards.

Assist in coordinating patient appointments and follow-ups.

Support clinicians in gathering data for audits or quality improvement initiatives.

Patient Support:

Provide a welcoming, compassionate, and professional service to all patients.

Offer guidance and reassurance during procedures or assessments.

Ensure patients dignity, privacy, and confidentiality are respected at all times.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

Perform basic clinical procedures such as blood pressure checks, phlebotomy & urinalysis

Assist in routine health checks and monitoring chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).

Support vaccination clinics, including flu.

Prepare and maintain clinical areas, ensuring equipment is clean and well-stocked.

Assist with wound care, dressing changes, and removal of sutures under supervision.

Provide lifestyle advice to patients on smoking cessation, weight management, and physical activity.

Administrative Duties:

Accurately record patient information on EMIS clinical system.

Ensure compliance with practice protocols, policies, and infection control standards.

Assist in coordinating patient appointments and follow-ups.

Support clinicians in gathering data for audits or quality improvement initiatives.

Patient Support:

Provide a welcoming, compassionate, and professional service to all patients.

Offer guidance and reassurance during procedures or assessments.

Ensure patients dignity, privacy, and confidentiality are respected at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • General education to GCSE level
  • Care certificate
  • NVQ level 2 in Heath and social care

Desirable

  • Qualified to NVQ level 3
  • Qualified in phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

  • High level of accuracy to detail
  • Compassionate and patient focused

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care
  • Experience of Emis
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • General education to GCSE level
  • Care certificate
  • NVQ level 2 in Heath and social care

Desirable

  • Qualified to NVQ level 3
  • Qualified in phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

  • High level of accuracy to detail
  • Compassionate and patient focused

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care
  • Experience of 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.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Oaks Medical Centre

Address

The Oaks Medical Centre

Hull

East Riding of Yorkshire

HU4 6RF


Employer's website

https://www.theoaksmedicalcentre.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Oaks Medical Centre

Address

The Oaks Medical Centre

Hull

East Riding of Yorkshire

HU4 6RF


Employer's website

https://www.theoaksmedicalcentre.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Ellen Ransom

ellen.ransom@nhs.net

01482354251

Details

Date posted

07 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A5769-25-0001

Job locations

The Oaks Medical Centre

Hull

East Riding of Yorkshire

HU4 6RF


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