Healthcare Assistant inPontefract inPontefract PUBLISHED 18 APR 2024
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Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to undertake the role of part-time Healthcare Assistant. We are a small and friendly practice with approximately 6300 patients. The successful applicant will have good clinical, IT and interpersonal skils and be willing to upskill according to need. Experience of working in a GP Practice is not essential as full training, supervision and mentoring will be provided.
The role is for 25-30 hours over three days, Monday, Tuesday and Friday, including one late finish.
Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of a registered Nurse, you will be expected to support the nursing team by undertaking a range of duties.
The main duties of the job are:
-Blood pressure checks
-Phlebotomy
-Dressing/wounds checks
-Ear Syringing
-ECGs
-Diabetic checks
-Specific injections covered by a PSD, eg, flu vaccinations, B12 etc
-NHS health checks
-Supporting Nursing Team with Health promotions programmes
-Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
-Monitoring and recording fridge temperatures in line with the Practices Cold Chain Policy
Other duties include:
-Maintaining clean equipment following proper training
This list is not exhaustive and all duties are subject to appropriate training.
About us
St Thomas Road Surgery has 4 GP Partners and 1 Nurse Partner. We have a steady list size and we are looking to add to our nursing team. We have a lead nurse and two further registered nurses with two part time Healthcare Assistants.
We are part of the Wakefield North PCN where we are supported by various ARRS roles including Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Paramedic, Patient Care-Cordinator and Health & Wellbeing Coach.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached document for full Job Description.
SOME OF THE MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-To undertake all duties in line with the training andinstruction provided by the Nurses, Nurse Practitioner and GeneralPractitioners.
-Assist with the provision of NHS Health Checks, Diabeticchecks, Learning Disability AnnualReviews
-The checking and recording of medical supplies on receipt
-Administering of Influenza and pneumococcal vaccinationsand Vitamin B12 injections under a PSD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached document for full Job Description.
SOME OF THE MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-To undertake all duties in line with the training andinstruction provided by the Nurses, Nurse Practitioner and GeneralPractitioners.
-Assist with the provision of NHS Health Checks, Diabeticchecks, Learning Disability AnnualReviews
-The checking and recording of medical supplies on receipt
-Administering of Influenza and pneumococcal vaccinationsand Vitamin B12 injections under a PSD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Please see attached document.
- -Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- -Phlebotomy Certification
- -Completion of the HCA Care Certificate
- -Vaccination certification
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Please see attached document.
- -Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- -Phlebotomy Certification
- -Completion of the HCA Care Certificate
- -Vaccination certification
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
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
St Thomas Road Surgery
Address
St Thomas Road
Featherstone
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 5HE
Employer's website
Job summary
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to undertake the role of part-time Healthcare Assistant. We are a small and friendly practice with approximately 6300 patients. The successful applicant will have good clinical, IT and interpersonal skils and be willing to upskill according to need. Experience of working in a GP Practice is not essential as full training, supervision and mentoring will be provided.
The role is for 25-30 hours over three days, Monday, Tuesday and Friday, including one late finish.
Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of a registered Nurse, you will be expected to support the nursing team by undertaking a range of duties.
The main duties of the job are:
-Blood pressure checks
-Phlebotomy
-Dressing/wounds checks
-Ear Syringing
-ECGs
-Diabetic checks
-Specific injections covered by a PSD, eg, flu vaccinations, B12 etc
-NHS health checks
-Supporting Nursing Team with Health promotions programmes
-Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
-Monitoring and recording fridge temperatures in line with the Practices Cold Chain Policy
Other duties include:
-Maintaining clean equipment following proper training
This list is not exhaustive and all duties are subject to appropriate training.
About us
St Thomas Road Surgery has 4 GP Partners and 1 Nurse Partner. We have a steady list size and we are looking to add to our nursing team. We have a lead nurse and two further registered nurses with two part time Healthcare Assistants.
We are part of the Wakefield North PCN where we are supported by various ARRS roles including Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Paramedic, Patient Care-Cordinator and Health & Wellbeing Coach.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached document for full Job Description.
SOME OF THE MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-To undertake all duties in line with the training andinstruction provided by the Nurses, Nurse Practitioner and GeneralPractitioners.
-Assist with the provision of NHS Health Checks, Diabeticchecks, Learning Disability AnnualReviews
-The checking and recording of medical supplies on receipt
-Administering of Influenza and pneumococcal vaccinationsand Vitamin B12 injections under a PSD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached document for full Job Description.
SOME OF THE MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-To undertake all duties in line with the training andinstruction provided by the Nurses, Nurse Practitioner and GeneralPractitioners.
-Assist with the provision of NHS Health Checks, Diabeticchecks, Learning Disability AnnualReviews
-The checking and recording of medical supplies on receipt
-Administering of Influenza and pneumococcal vaccinationsand Vitamin B12 injections under a PSD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Essential
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
St Thomas Road Surgery
Address
St Thomas Road
Featherstone
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 5HE
Employer's website
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to undertake the role of part-time Healthcare Assistant. We are a small and friendly practice with approximately 6300 patients. The successful applicant will have good clinical, IT and interpersonal skils and be willing to upskill according to need. Experience of working in a GP Practice is not essential as full training, supervision and mentoring will be provided.
The role is for 25-30 hours over three days, Monday, Tuesday and Friday, including one late finish.
Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of a registered Nurse, you will be expected to support the nursing team by undertaking a range of duties.
The main duties of the job are:
-Blood pressure checks
-Phlebotomy
-Dressing/wounds checks
-Ear Syringing
-ECGs
-Diabetic checks
-Specific injections covered by a PSD, eg, flu vaccinations, B12 etc
-NHS health checks
-Supporting Nursing Team with Health promotions programmes
-Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
-Monitoring and recording fridge temperatures in line with the Practices Cold Chain Policy
Other duties include:
-Maintaining clean equipment following proper training
This list is not exhaustive and all duties are subject to appropriate training.
About us
St Thomas Road Surgery has 4 GP Partners and 1 Nurse Partner. We have a steady list size and we are looking to add to our nursing team. We have a lead nurse and two further registered nurses with two part time Healthcare Assistants.
We are part of the Wakefield North PCN where we are supported by various ARRS roles including Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Paramedic, Patient Care-Cordinator and Health & Wellbeing Coach.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached document for full Job Description.
SOME OF THE MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-To undertake all duties in line with the training andinstruction provided by the Nurses, Nurse Practitioner and GeneralPractitioners.
-Assist with the provision of NHS Health Checks, Diabeticchecks, Learning Disability AnnualReviews
-The checking and recording of medical supplies on receipt
-Administering of Influenza and pneumococcal vaccinationsand Vitamin B12 injections under a PSD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached document for full Job Description.
SOME OF THE MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-To undertake all duties in line with the training andinstruction provided by the Nurses, Nurse Practitioner and GeneralPractitioners.
-Assist with the provision of NHS Health Checks, Diabeticchecks, Learning Disability AnnualReviews
-The checking and recording of medical supplies on receipt
-Administering of Influenza and pneumococcal vaccinationsand Vitamin B12 injections under a PSD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Please see attached document.
- -Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- -Phlebotomy Certification
- -Completion of the HCA Care Certificate
- -Vaccination certification
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Please see attached document.
- -Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- -Phlebotomy Certification
- -Completion of the HCA Care Certificate
- -Vaccination certification
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
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
St Thomas Road Surgery
Address
St Thomas Road
Featherstone
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 5HE
Employer's website
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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
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