Health Care Assistant

1 week ago

Worthing BN FA, United Kingdom Strand Medical Group Full time £24,000 - £36,000 per year

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT (HCA) – 3 DAYS PER WEEK

Strand Medical Group – Goring by Sea, Worthing

Strand Medical Group is a large, forward-thinking GP practice located next to Durrington-on-Sea train station, caring for a growing population of over 15,700 patients. We are an innovative, digitally progressive practice using SystmOne and AI supported clinical software to deliver safe, efficient patient care.

We are seeking an experienced, motivated Healthcare Assistant to join our clinical team for 3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be confident in phlebotomy, health checks, and general treatment‑room tasks, with a commitment to high standards of patient care.

ABOUT US

You would be joining a supportive multi‑disciplinary team including:

  • 4 GP Partners
  • 5 Salaried GPs
  • 2 Paramedic Practitioners
  • 4 Advanced Nurse Practitioners
  • 8 Practice Nurses
  • 4 HCAs
  • Administrative and managerial teams

ROLE SUMMARY

This role includes the standard phlebotomy scope along with delivery of NHS Health Checks and a range of treatment‑room duties. You will work under the supervision of the nursing and ANP teams and contribute to safe, effective patient care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform venepuncture on adults and children in line with training and protocols
  • Deliver NHS Health Checks, including:

– Blood pressure measurement

– Pulse and rhythm checks

– Height, weight, BMI, waist circumference

– Point-of-care cholesterol testing (if applicable)

– Lifestyle advice and documentation on SystmOne

  • Undertake general treatment‑room tasks, including:

– Dressings and wound care (within competency)

– Foot checks (e.g., diabetic foot screening)

– Spirometry (training can be provided)

– Ear syringing/aural care (as per practice protocol)

– ECG recording

– Peak flow measurements

– Urinalysis

  • Prepare and label samples accurately and manage specimen handling
  • Maintain infection control and room cleanliness
  • Support seasonal vaccination clinics where appropriate
  • Maintain accurate clinical records using SystmOne
  • Follow all practice protocols including infection control, PPE, chaperoning, and safeguarding

REQUIREMENTS

  • Previous primary‑care HCA experience is strongly preferred
  • Proven competency in venepuncture essential
  • Experience performing NHS Health Checks desirable
  • Willingness to train in additional clinical duties as required (spirometry, ECGs, ear care)
  • Excellent communication and patient‑care skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • Confident using IT systems (SystmOne experience desirable)
  • Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding, and infection‑control standards

WHAT WE OFFER

  • A friendly and supportive practice environment
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and upskilling
  • Work within a digitally progressive, innovative practice
  • Convenient location next to Durrington‑on‑Sea station
  • Competitive salary based on experience

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your CV and a short covering statement.

Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12.80 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 25 per week

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Store discount

Work Location: In person

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