• Job Description

  Req#: A2745-25-0005?language=en&page=1147&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are looking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic, dynamic Health Care Assistant. This role would be part of a large, friendly, and supportive team.We are friendly and collaborative in our approach, aiming to be a happy, high functioning team.

  Main duties of the job

  Duties and responsibilities will include the following unless otherwise advised and subject to the appropriate training.

  • NHS Healthchecks
  • Phlebotomy.
  • Processing and management of laboratory samples and urine samples for urinalysis.
  • Restocking of clinical equipment in the consulting rooms.
  • Ordering of laboratory consumables.
  • Control of the 24-hour blood pressure monitor. Contacting patients and arranging appointments for the above, downloading the information, distributing the results to the requesting GP and maintenance of the monitor
  • Administering of Influenza vaccine, B12 and Pneumococcal vaccination as per PSD and in accordance with practice guidelines.
  • Home visits for the housebound at the request of the GPs/nurses for phlebotomy and blood pressures.
  • Reviews as per template and protocol when appropriate to be performed by HCA.
  • Performing ECGs when requested by a GP.
  • Redressing of wounds and woundcare when deemed appropriate by a practice nurse.
  • Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
  • Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs relating to health and well-being
  • To enter data on the computer in the correct manner, using templates and codes as appropriate

  The above list is not exhaustive and maybe subject to change as deemed necessary.

  About us

  Alwoodley Medical Centre is an innovative and forward-thinking training practice looking after 19000 patients in North Leeds. We currently have 16 GPs, 6 practice nurses, 3 HCAs, and other support staff. We are friendly and collaborative in our approach, aiming to be a happy, high functioning team.

  Details

  Date posted

  23 April 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  Depending on experience

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time

  Reference number

  A2745-25-0005

  Job locations

  Saxon Mount

  Leeds

  LS17 5DT

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  JOB DESCRIPTION

  JOB TITLE: HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT

  REPORTS TO: SENIOR PRACTICE NURSE OR GP (Clinically)

  PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively)

  Job Summary:

  Working under the direct supervision of the senior practice nurse/GP 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 patient care.

  They will work in accordance with the Code of conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England . DoH Skills for Health / Skills for Care

  Duties and Responsibilities :

  Duties and responsibilities will include the following unless otherwise advised and subject to the appropriate training.

  • NHS Healthchecks
  • Monitoring of alcohol audit.
  • Phlebotomy.
  • Chaperoning duties.
  • Processing and management of laboratory samples and urine samples for urinalysis.
  • Restocking of clinical equipment in the consulting rooms.
  • Ordering of laboratory consumables.
  • Ordering and maintenance of health education leaflets and restocking waiting room of these items
  • Control of the 24-hour blood pressure monitor. Contacting patients and arranging appointments for the above, downloading the information, distributing the results to the requesting GP and maintenance of the monitor
  • Administering of Influenza vaccine, B12 and Pneumococcal vaccination as per PSD and in accordance with practice guidelines.
  • Home visits for the housebound at the request of the GPs/nurses for phlebotomy and blood pressures.
  • Reviews as per template and protocol when appropriate to be performed by HCA.
  • Performing ECGs when requested by a GP.
  • Redressing of wounds and woundcare when deemed appropriate by a practice nurse.
  • Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
  • Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
  • Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs relating to health and well-being

  • To enter data on the computer in the correct manner, using templates and codes as appropriate

  The above list is not exhaustive and maybe subject to change as deemed necessary.

  Confidentiality:

  • In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
  • In the performance of the above duties outlined the post holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients, their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
  • Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues and other healthcare workers may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice polices and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal data.

  Health and Safety

  The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health and Safety Policy, to include:

  • Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
  • Making use of effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
  • Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free of hazards
  • Reporting potential risks identified

  Equality and Diversity:

  The post holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

  • Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and polices, and current legislation
  • Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
  • Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings and rights

  Personal/Professional Development

  The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

  Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

  Taking responsibility for own development, learning and demonstrating new skills

  Quality

  The post holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice and will:

  Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

  Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own performance

  Work effectively with other individuals to meet patients needs

  Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

  To be dressed smartly and behave in a professional manner at all times

  To communicate effectively with other team members, patients and carers

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  JOB DESCRIPTION

  JOB TITLE: HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT

  REPORTS TO: SENIOR PRACTICE NURSE OR GP (Clinically)

  PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively)

  Job Summary:

  Working under the direct supervision of the senior practice nurse/GP 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 patient care.

  They will work in accordance with the Code of conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England . DoH Skills for Health / Skills for Care

  Duties and Responsibilities :

  Duties and responsibilities will include the following unless otherwise advised and subject to the appropriate training.

  • NHS Healthchecks
  • Monitoring of alcohol audit.
  • Phlebotomy.
  • Chaperoning duties.
  • Processing and management of laboratory samples and urine samples for urinalysis.
  • Restocking of clinical equipment in the consulting rooms.
  • Ordering of laboratory consumables.
  • Ordering and maintenance of health education leaflets and restocking waiting room of these items
  • Control of the 24-hour blood pressure monitor. Contacting patients and arranging appointments for the above, downloading the information, distributing the results to the requesting GP and maintenance of the monitor
  • Administering of Influenza vaccine, B12 and Pneumococcal vaccination as per PSD and in accordance with practice guidelines.
  • Home visits for the housebound at the request of the GPs/nurses for phlebotomy and blood pressures.
  • Reviews as per template and protocol when appropriate to be performed by HCA.
  • Performing ECGs when requested by a GP.
  • Redressing of wounds and woundcare when deemed appropriate by a practice nurse.
  • Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
  • Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
  • Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs relating to health and well-being

  • To enter data on the computer in the correct manner, using templates and codes as appropriate

  The above list is not exhaustive and maybe subject to change as deemed necessary.

  Confidentiality:

  • In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
  • In the performance of the above duties outlined the post holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients, their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
  • Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues and other healthcare workers may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice polices and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal data.

  Health and Safety

  The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health and Safety Policy, to include:

  • Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
  • Making use of effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
  • Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free of hazards
  • Reporting potential risks identified

  Equality and Diversity:

  The post holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

  • Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and polices, and current legislation
  • Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
  • Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings and rights

  Personal/Professional Development

  The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

  Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

  Taking responsibility for own development, learning and demonstrating new skills

  Quality

  The post holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice and will:

  Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

  Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own performance

  Work effectively with other individuals to meet patients needs

  Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

  To be dressed smartly and behave in a professional manner at all times

  To communicate effectively with other team members, patients and carers

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
  • Qualified in Phlebotomy

  Desirable

  • Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
  • Qualified in Phlebotomy

  Desirable

  • Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care

  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.

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Alwoodley Medical Centre

  Address

  Saxon Mount

  Leeds

  LS17 5DT

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.alwoodleymedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Alwoodley Medical Centre

  Address

  Saxon Mount

  Leeds

  LS17 5DT

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.alwoodleymedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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