Health Care Assistant

2 weeks ago


Falmouth, United Kingdom Trescobeas Surgery Full time

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 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. Carry out ECGs as requested

l. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation

m. Provide support during minor operations as required

n. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session

o. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance

p. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy

q. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

**Secondary Responsibilities**

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the healthcare assistant may be requested to:
a. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

b. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice

c. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota

**Person Specification - Healthcare Assistant**

**Qualifications**

**Essential**

Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level

Phlebotomy certification

**Desirable**

Ear syringing certification

**Experience**

**Essential**

Experience of working with the general public

Experience of working in a healthcare setting

**Desirable**

Experience of working in a primary care environment

**Clinical Knowledge & Skills**

**Desirable**

Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples

ECG’s

Venepuncture

New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse

Chaperone procedure

Spirometry

Ability to record accurate clinical notes

**Skills**

**Essential**

Excellent communication skills (written and oral)

Strong IT skills

Clear, polite telephone manner

Effective time management (Planning & Organising)

Ability to work as a team member and autonomously

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

**Desirable**

Competent in the use of Office and Outlook

EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills

**Personal Qualities**

**Essential**

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

**Other requirements**

**Essential**

Flexibility to work outside of core office hours

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

Occupational Health Clearance

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 20 - 37.5 per week

**Salary**: £11,429.70-£22,212.84 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Falmouth: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 28/04/2023


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