Description
We are seeking a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our team at Threeways Surgery, a GP clinic based in Stoke Poges. As a trained member of the clinical team, you will support doctors, nurses, and other clinicians by carrying out essential clinical and administrative tasks.
The successful candidate will have 2 years of experience working within a GP surgery or hospital setting. You will be required to perform various clinical tasks, including:
- Phlebotomy
- Conduct blood pressure measurements, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation
- Undertake ECGs
- Measure height, weight, BMI, waist circumference
- Perform urinalysis, peak flow readings, and basic observations
- Assist with chronic disease monitoring (e.g., basic diabetes/BP checks as directed)
- Provide new patient health checks
- Carry out NHS Health Checks
- Perform simple wound care/dressings
- Support patient recall for annual reviews
In addition to clinical tasks, you will also be responsible for administrative/support tasks, including:
- Preparing clinics and treatment rooms
- Managing equipment and stock
- Assisting GPs and nurses during examinations
- Updating patient records accurately
The role is part-time, working Monday to Friday from 14:00 to 18:00. We offer a salary of £13 to £15 per hour.
To be considered for this role, you will need to have NVQ Level 2 or 3, proven experience working in a GP surgery or hospital environment over the past 2 years, and be phlebotomy competent.