General Practice - Healthcare Assistant in Preston inPreston PUBLISHED WED 22 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

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Are you a compassionate and skilled HealthcareAssistant with phlebotomy

Experience
? Do you thrive in a patient-focused roleand enjoy working in both clinical and home settings? If so, wed love to hearfrom you!

Main duties of the job
Perform safe and efficient venepuncture procedures.Conduct home visits to provide essential phlebotomy services when required.Support patients with care and reassurance during blood collection.Ensure accurate labeling and handling of samples.Assist clinical staff with general healthcare duties.Maintain high standards of hygiene and infection control protocols.

About us
The team at Issa prides itself on excellent care for the patients and support for all staff, from our partners down our work ethic is outstanding, dynamic yet friendly. We offer a relaxed, friendly work atmosphere.We are a committed team consisting of GPs, Advanced nurse practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Paramedic Practitioners, Physician Associates, nurses, and admin members. We pride ourselves on our team spirit and camaraderie. We will offer the successful candidate a

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package dependent upon

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Date posted
22 October 2025

Pay scheme
Other

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Depending on

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Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Part-time

Reference number
A4240-25-0Job location
s73 St Gregory RoadPrestonLancashirePR1 6YA

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Job responsibilities
Role SummaryTo support the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population.The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education.Primary ResponsibilitiesUndertake new patient health checksSupport the practice nurse with health promotion programmesCarry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accuratelyPhlebotomyUndertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as requiredSupport the Practice Nurse with the management of chronic disease clinicsCarry out BMI checks as directedCarry out ECGs as requestedAct as a chaperone as requiredWhen trained, administer flu vaccinationsEnsure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportationProvide support during minor operations as requiredEnsure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each sessionEnsure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidanceEnsure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policyDeliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriateSafeguarding Responsibilities:Patients that are of a safeguarding concern, who fail to attend their appointments, will be contacted to rebook their appointment, this allows the practice to check on the patients welfare and highlight any concerns to the safeguarding lead.To be alert to the potential indicators of abuse or neglect for children and adults and know how to act on those concerns in line with local guidance.To take part in training, in accordance with their roles and responsibilities as outlined by the training frameworks of each Intercollegiate Documents, for Safeguarding Children, Looked after Children and for Safeguarding Adults and implementation of the Mental Capacity Act.Contribute, when requested to do so, to the multi-agency meetings established to safeguard and protect vulnerable patients.Minimise any potential risk to patients.Understand the principles of confidentiality and information sharing in line with local and government guidanceSecondary ResponsibilitiesWhen trained, undertake venepunctureParticipate in practice auditsParticipate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient careSupport and participate in shared learning within the practice

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Qualifications
EssentialPrevious

Experience
as a Healthcare Assistant with phlebotomy skillsCompetency in venepuncture (relevant certification preferred).DesirableNVQ Level 3 in Health and Social CareStrong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and adapt to various environments.A caring and professional approach to patient care.A valid driving license may be required for home visits.

Person Specification

Qualifications
EssentialPrevious

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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

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