• Job Description

  Req#: A1335-25-0003?language=en&page=927&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support the delivery of high-quality patient care within our busy GP surgery. The successful candidate will work closely with our nursing and clinical team to provide a range of clinical and administrative services, contributing to the health and wellbeing of our patient population.

  Main duties of the job

  Main Duties:

  • Assist clinical staff with patient care, including observations (e.g., blood pressure, temperature, pulse).

  • Carry out basic procedures such as ECGs, wound care, and phlebotomy (if trained).

  • Support chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, asthma reviews under guidance).

  • Administer vaccinations and injections (if trained and under appropriate protocols).

  • Perform health checks and assist with NHS Health Checks.

  • Maintain accurate patient records using clinical systems.

  • Ensure clinical areas are kept clean, stocked, and compliant with infection control standards.

  • Assist in clinics such as smear clinics or minor surgeries (chaperoning when required).

  • Support health promotion and lifestyle advice under clinician direction.

  About us

  Ashville Surgery in Whalley Range is a well-established GP practice dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to the local community. The practice offers a range of general medical services, including routine consultations, chronic disease management, vaccinations, health checks. With a patient-centered approach, the clinical teamcomprising GPs, nurses, and healthcare assistantsworks collaboratively to deliver compassionate care.

  Ashville Surgery also supports patients with access to digital tools like the NHS App and emphasises preventative healthcare through health education. The practice is committed to fostering a welcoming environment where patients feel supported in managing their health and well-being.

  Details

  Date posted

  23 April 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  Depending on experience

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  A1335-25-0003

  Job locations

  171 Upper Chorlton Road

  Whalley Range

  Manchester

  M16 9RT

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Phlebotomy (taking blood samples)
  • Blood pressure checks
  • ECGs
  • NHS Health Checks
  • Routine health screening
  • Chronic disease monitoring support
  • Wound care & dressings
  • Administering B12 injections and flu vaccinations (if appropriately trained)
  • Assisting with minor surgery and clinics
  • Maintaining clinical equipment and stock
  • Updating patient records accurately on the clinical system (EMIS preferable)
  • Supporting the nursing team and GPs as required
  • Promoting health education and wellbeing

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Phlebotomy (taking blood samples)
  • Blood pressure checks
  • ECGs
  • NHS Health Checks
  • Routine health screening
  • Chronic disease monitoring support
  • Wound care & dressings
  • Administering B12 injections and flu vaccinations (if appropriately trained)
  • Assisting with minor surgery and clinics
  • Maintaining clinical equipment and stock
  • Updating patient records accurately on the clinical system (EMIS preferable)
  • Supporting the nursing team and GPs as required
  • Promoting health education and wellbeing

  Person Specification

  Abilities

  Essential

  • Experience working in a healthcare setting or similar role
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Compassionate, patient-focused approach
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Good organisational and time-management skills
  • Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems (training provided)
  • Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection

  Desirable

  • Previous experience in a General Practice or Primary Care setting
  • Phlebotomy, ECG, and vaccination experience
  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification)
  • Understanding of infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Qualifications:
  • Phlebotomy certificate
  • Phlebotomy SVQ

  Desirable

  • Qualifications:
  • SVQ Health Care Assistant

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience:
  • Full driving license
  • Record ECGs
  • Venepuncture
  • IM injections
  • Health checks

  Desirable

  • Experience:
  • Previous GP Practice
  • Health education

  Person Specification

  Abilities

  Essential

  • Experience working in a healthcare setting or similar role
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Compassionate, patient-focused approach
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Good organisational and time-management skills
  • Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems (training provided)
  • Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection

  Desirable

  • Previous experience in a General Practice or Primary Care setting
  • Phlebotomy, ECG, and vaccination experience
  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification)
  • Understanding of infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Qualifications:
  • Phlebotomy certificate
  • Phlebotomy SVQ

  Desirable

  • Qualifications:
  • SVQ Health Care Assistant

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience:
  • Full driving license
  • Record ECGs
  • Venepuncture
  • IM injections
  • Health checks

  Desirable

  • Experience:
  • Previous GP Practice
  • Health education

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Ashville Surgery

  Address

  171 Upper Chorlton Road

  Whalley Range

  Manchester

  M16 9RT

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Ashville Surgery

  Address

  171 Upper Chorlton Road

  Whalley Range

  Manchester

  M16 9RT

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://ashvillesurgerymanchester.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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