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Job description
Job summary
TheAvenue Surgery require an
Experience
d Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to joinour team. Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurse andin accordance with practice guidelines and protocols and within the scope oftheir practice. The Healthcare Assistant will assist the practice clinical teamin the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient careincluding preventative care, health promotion and patient education.They will focus upon supporting patients to be healthy by assessing their needs, providing HCA care, health education advice, screening activities, implementing care at the surgery, community or other settings, maintaining clinically accurate records and running clinics
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a compassionate and committed professional who will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of the patients.1. Key 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 accuratelyUndertake wound care, dressings and suture removalSupport the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease patientsAct as a chaperone as requiredEnsure specimens are recorded accurately and ready for onward transportationEnsure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each sessionEnsure fridges are cleaned and monitored routinely in accordance with guidanceEnsure infection prevention control (IPC) protocols are strictly followed in line with Sussex Primary Care IPC policyDeliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriateUndertake phlebotomyCarry out ECGsParticipate in practice audit when directedParticipate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient careSupport and participate in shared learning within the practiceStock take and ordering of medical suppliesAdminister injections within scope of practiceThis list is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be added with the appropriate training and support.
About us
Sussex Primary Care runs anumber of GP Practices across Sussex providing excellent primary care in theheart of the community. We are a learning organisation that listens to our teamof staff, patients and partners to guide our future. At the heart of our visionare our patients and their needs.You will benefit from:A supportive working environmentFlexible Hours to fit around your work / lifecommitmentsInduction and training programmeAnnual Leave and sick payFull NHS pensionFree on-site parkingEmployee Assistance programmeA supportive, approachable management teamBeing part of a growing company with greatopportunities to develop as a resultYou can find out more aboutSPC here https://jobsincare.com/job/jnsaVropwOk
Details
Date posted
16 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on
Experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
U0Job location
sThe Avenue Surgery1 The AvenueBrightonBN2 4GF
Job description
Job responsibilities
A. MainResponsibilitiesUndertake new patient health checksSupport the practice nurse with health promotionprogrammesCarry out baseline observations such as pulseoximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findingsaccuratelyFacilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring,advising patients accordinglyUndertake wound care, dressings and otherclinical tasks as requiredSupport the practice nurse with the managementof chronic disease clinicsCarry out BMI checks as directedAct as a chaperone as requiredWhen trained, administer flu vaccinations via aPGDEnsure specimens are recorded and ready foronward transportationProvide support during minor operations asrequiredEnsure all clinical rooms are adequately stockedand prepared for each sessionEnsure fridges are cleaned and monitored routinelyin accordance with guidanceEnsure clinical waste is removed from clinicalareas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the Sussex Primary Care IPCpolicyDeliver opportunistic health promotion whereappropriateB. SecondaryResponsibilitiesWhen trained, undertake venepunctureCarry out ECGs as requestedParticipate in practice audit as directed by theadult leadParticipate in local initiatives to enhanceservice delivery and patient careSupport and participate in shared learningwithin the practiceThis list is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be addedwith the appropriate training and supportC. CommunicationUtilise and demonstrate sensitive communicationstyles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.With support from the lead nurse, communicatewith and support patients who are receiving bad news.Communicate effectively with patients andcarers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication toovercome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferredways of communicatingAnticipate barriers to communication and takeaction to improve communication.Maintain effective communication within thepractice environment, SPC central team and with external stakeholders.Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues.Ensure awareness of sources of support andguidance (eg PALS) and provide information in an acceptable format to allpatients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate.D. Deliveringa quality serviceRecognise and work within own competence andraise concerns with lead nurse.Produce accurate, contemporaneous and completerecords of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies andprocedures.Prioritise, organise and manage own workload ina manner that maintains and promotes quality.Deliver care as an individual and team accordingto NSF, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care.Assess effectiveness of care delivery throughself and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation.Initiate and participate in the maintenance ofquality governance systems and processes across the organisation and itsactivities.Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluatingthe quality of the work of self and the team, implementing improvements whererequired.Evaluate patients response to health careprovision and the effectiveness of care.Support and participate in shared learningacross the practice and wider organisation.Understandand apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable childrenand adults, and work to the statutory safeguarding procedures and localguidance.E. TeamWorkingUnderstand own role and scope and identify howthis may develop over time.Work as an effective and responsible teammember, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways ofworking.Contribute nursing team view to practicemanagementCreate clear referral mechanisms to meet patientneed.Prioritise own workload and ensure effectivetime-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team.Work effectively with others to clearly definevalues, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery.Discuss, highlight and work with the team tocreate opportunities to improve patient care.Manage and lead on the delivery of specificallyidentified services or projects as agreed with the practice management team.Agree plans and outcomes by which to measuresuccess.Participate in research programs and audit asdirected by the management team.F. Managementof RiskManage and assess risk within the areas ofresponsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff andpatients.Monitor work areas and practices to ensure theyare safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and securitylegislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.Support the implementation of infection-control measures within the practiceaccording to local and national guidelinesG. Managementof InformationUse technology and appropriate software as anaid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring of care,presenting and communicating information.Review and process data using accurate Readcodes in order to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoringand audit processes.Manage information searches using the internetand local library databases.Understand responsibility of self and others tothe practice regarding requirements such as the Freedom and Information Act andconfidentiality.Collate, analyse and present clinical data andinformation as required.H. Learningand DevelopmentWith support of lead nurse assess own learningneeds and undertake learning as appropriate.Actively engage in supervision and appraisalprocess to support development and learningProvide an educational role to patients, carers,families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning.I. Equalityand DiversityIdentify patterns of discrimination and takeaction to overcome this and promote diversity and equality of opportunity.Enable others to promote equality and diversityin a non-discriminatory culture.Support people who need assistance in exercisingtheir rights.Monitor and evaluate adherence to localchaperoning policies.Act as a role model in the observance ofequality and diversity good practice.Accept the rights of individuals to choose theircare providers, participate in care and refuse care.Assist patients from marginalised groups toaccess quality care.Undertake any training required in order to meetthe needs of the practice.
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialHealthcare qualification or equivalent
Experience
DesirablePhlebotomy certificationKnowledge and SkillsEssentialAbility to record accurate clinical notesExcellent communication skills (written and oral)Strong IT skillsEffective time management (Planning & Organising)Ability to work as a team member and autonomouslyGood interpersonal skillsAbility to follow clinical policy and procedureDesirableTrained in administration of Flu VaccinationsCompetent in the use of patient record management systems: SystmOneCompetent in the use of Office and OutlookCompetent in Document Management systemsCompetent in other portals: Open Exeter, Coordinate my Care
Experience
Essential
Experience
of working as a healthcare assistant or relevant role
Experience
of working with the general public
Experience
of working in a healthcare settingDesirable
Experience
of working in Primary Care in a relevant rolePersonal SkillsEssentialPolite and confidentFlexible and cooperativeMotivatedHigh levels of integrity and loyaltySensitive and empathetic in distressing situationsAbility to work under pressure / in stressful situationsEffectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patientCommitment to ongoing professional developmentEffectively utilises resources
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Experience
of working in Primary Care in a relevant rolePersonal SkillsEssentialPolite and confidentFlexible and cooperativeMotivatedHigh levels of integrity and loyaltySensitive and empathetic in distressing situationsAbility to work under pressure / in stressful situationsEffectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patientCommitment to ongoing professional developmentEffectively utilises resourcesEmployer
Details
TheAvenue Surgery require an
Experience
d Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to joinour team. Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurse andin accordance with practice guidelines and protocols and within the scope oftheir practice. The Healthcare Assistant will assist the practice clinical teamin the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient careincluding preventative care, health promotion and patient education.They will focus upon supporting patients to be healthy by assessing their needs, providing HCA care, health education advice, screening activities, implementing care at the surgery, community or other settings, maintaining clinically accurate records and running clinics
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a compassionate and committed professional who will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of the patients.1. Key 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 accuratelyUndertake wound care, dressings and suture removalSupport the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease patientsAct as a chaperone as requiredEnsure specimens are recorded accurately and ready for onward transportationEnsure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each sessionEnsure fridges are cleaned and monitored routinely in accordance with guidanceEnsure infection prevention control (IPC) protocols are strictly followed in line with Sussex Primary Care IPC policyDeliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriateUndertake phlebotomyCarry out ECGsParticipate in practice audit when directedParticipate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient careSupport and participate in shared learning within the practiceStock take and ordering of medical suppliesAdminister injections within scope of practiceThis list is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be added with the appropriate training and support.
About us
Sussex Primary Care runs anumber of GP Practices across Sussex providing excellent primary care in theheart of the community. We are a learning organisation that listens to our teamof staff, patients and partners to guide our future. At the heart of our visionare our patients and their needs.You will benefit from:A supportive working environmentFlexible Hours to fit around your work / lifecommitmentsInduction and training programmeAnnual Leave and sick payFull NHS pensionFree on-site parkingEmployee Assistance programmeA supportive, approachable management teamBeing part of a growing company with greatopportunities to develop as a resultYou can find out more aboutSPC here https://jobsincare.com/job/jnsaVropwOk
Details
Date posted
16 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on
Experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
U0Job location
sThe Avenue Surgery1 The AvenueBrightonBN2 4GF
Job description
Job responsibilities
A. MainResponsibilitiesUndertake new patient health checksSupport the practice nurse with health promotionprogrammesCarry out baseline observations such as pulseoximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findingsaccuratelyFacilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring,advising patients accordinglyUndertake wound care, dressings and otherclinical tasks as requiredSupport the practice nurse with the managementof chronic disease clinicsCarry out BMI checks as directedAct as a chaperone as requiredWhen trained, administer flu vaccinations via aPGDEnsure specimens are recorded and ready foronward transportationProvide support during minor operations asrequiredEnsure all clinical rooms are adequately stockedand prepared for each sessionEnsure fridges are cleaned and monitored routinelyin accordance with guidanceEnsure clinical waste is removed from clinicalareas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the Sussex Primary Care IPCpolicyDeliver opportunistic health promotion whereappropriateB. SecondaryResponsibilitiesWhen trained, undertake venepunctureCarry out ECGs as requestedParticipate in practice audit as directed by theadult leadParticipate in local initiatives to enhanceservice delivery and patient careSupport and participate in shared learningwithin the practiceThis list is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be addedwith the appropriate training and supportC. CommunicationUtilise and demonstrate sensitive communicationstyles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.With support from the lead nurse, communicatewith and support patients who are receiving bad news.Communicate effectively with patients andcarers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication toovercome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferredways of communicatingAnticipate barriers to communication and takeaction to improve communication.Maintain effective communication within thepractice environment, SPC central team and with external stakeholders.Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues.Ensure awareness of sources of support andguidance (eg PALS) and provide information in an acceptable format to allpatients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate.D. Deliveringa quality serviceRecognise and work within own competence andraise concerns with lead nurse.Produce accurate, contemporaneous and completerecords of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies andprocedures.Prioritise, organise and manage own workload ina manner that maintains and promotes quality.Deliver care as an individual and team accordingto NSF, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care.Assess effectiveness of care delivery throughself and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation.Initiate and participate in the maintenance ofquality governance systems and processes across the organisation and itsactivities.Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluatingthe quality of the work of self and the team, implementing improvements whererequired.Evaluate patients response to health careprovision and the effectiveness of care.Support and participate in shared learningacross the practice and wider organisation.Understandand apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable childrenand adults, and work to the statutory safeguarding procedures and localguidance.E. TeamWorkingUnderstand own role and scope and identify howthis may develop over time.Work as an effective and responsible teammember, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways ofworking.Contribute nursing team view to practicemanagementCreate clear referral mechanisms to meet patientneed.Prioritise own workload and ensure effectivetime-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team.Work effectively with others to clearly definevalues, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery.Discuss, highlight and work with the team tocreate opportunities to improve patient care.Manage and lead on the delivery of specificallyidentified services or projects as agreed with the practice management team.Agree plans and outcomes by which to measuresuccess.Participate in research programs and audit asdirected by the management team.F. Managementof RiskManage and assess risk within the areas ofresponsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff andpatients.Monitor work areas and practices to ensure theyare safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and securitylegislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.Support the implementation of infection-control measures within the practiceaccording to local and national guidelinesG. Managementof InformationUse technology and appropriate software as anaid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring of care,presenting and communicating information.Review and process data using accurate Readcodes in order to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoringand audit processes.Manage information searches using the internetand local library databases.Understand responsibility of self and others tothe practice regarding requirements such as the Freedom and Information Act andconfidentiality.Collate, analyse and present clinical data andinformation as required.H. Learningand DevelopmentWith support of lead nurse assess own learningneeds and undertake learning as appropriate.Actively engage in supervision and appraisalprocess to support development and learningProvide an educational role to patients, carers,families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning.I. Equalityand DiversityIdentify patterns of discrimination and takeaction to overcome this and promote diversity and equality of opportunity.Enable others to promote equality and diversityin a non-discriminatory culture.Support people who need assistance in exercisingtheir rights.Monitor and evaluate adherence to localchaperoning policies.Act as a role model in the observance ofequality and diversity good practice.Accept the rights of individuals to choose theircare providers, participate in care and refuse care.Assist patients from marginalised groups toaccess quality care.Undertake any training required in order to meetthe needs of the practice.
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialHealthcare qualification or equivalent
Experience
DesirablePhlebotomy certificationKnowledge and SkillsEssentialAbility to record accurate clinical notesExcellent communication skills (written and oral)Strong IT skillsEffective time management (Planning & Organising)Ability to work as a team member and autonomouslyGood interpersonal skillsAbility to follow clinical policy and procedureDesirableTrained in administration of Flu VaccinationsCompetent in the use of patient record management systems: SystmOneCompetent in the use of Office and OutlookCompetent in Document Management systemsCompetent in other portals: Open Exeter, Coordinate my Care
Experience
Essential
Experience
of working as a healthcare assistant or relevant role
Experience
of working with the general public
Experience
of working in a healthcare settingDesirable
Experience
of working in Primary Care in a relevant rolePersonal SkillsEssentialPolite and confidentFlexible and cooperativeMotivatedHigh levels of integrity and loyaltySensitive and empathetic in distressing situationsAbility to work under pressure / in stressful situationsEffectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patientCommitment to ongoing professional developmentEffectively utilises resources
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Experience
of working in Primary Care in a relevant rolePersonal SkillsEssentialPolite and confidentFlexible and cooperativeMotivatedHigh levels of integrity and loyaltySensitive and empathetic in distressing situationsAbility to work under pressure / in stressful situationsEffectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patientCommitment to ongoing professional developmentEffectively utilises resourcesEmployer
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Useful skills for a Healthcare Assistant:
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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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