Healthcare Support Worker

6 days ago


Folkestone, Kent, United Kingdom Sandgate Road Surgery Full time

Job Summary

Sandgate Road Surgery is seeking a skilled and compassionate Healthcare Support Worker to join our clinical team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and support.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conduct new patient health checks and assessments to identify potential health risks and develop personalized care plans.
  • Assist with ECG recordings, phlebotomy, blood pressure monitoring, and other clinical procedures as required.
  • Process and manage laboratory samples, ensuring timely and accurate results.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment, including sterilizing and cleaning surgical equipment.
  • Assist with vaccine and cold chain storage, monitoring, and recording.
  • Restock and rotate surgical equipment and vaccines as needed.
  • Clear and re-stock consulting rooms, ensuring a smooth patient flow.
  • Prepare and maintain environments and equipment for patient care interventions, including assisting GPs during minor operations.
  • Assess and surveil patients' health and well-being, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Undertake specific clinical activities for named patients, as delegated and taught by healthcare professionals.
  • Contribute to raising awareness of health and well-being, promoting healthy lifestyles and behaviors.
  • Collect and collate data on patient needs related to health and well-being.
  • Prepare and maintain infection control audits, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Person Specification

  • Qualifications
    • GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths.
  • Desirable
    • Care Certificate and KaSPaC or NVQ equivalent.
  • Skills and Knowledge
    • Experience in directly providing healthcare to patients.
    • Demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and professional development.
    • Clear and concise communication skills.
    • Proven track record of working as part of a team.
  • Desirable
    • Experience working as a HCA in general practice.
    • Phlebotomy experience.
    • Experience of administering vaccinations.
    • Knowledge of wound dressing.


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