GP Practice Health Care Assistant in Harwood inHarwood PUBLISHED WED 12 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to work at a large, thrivingTraining Practicebased inHarwood, Bolton, which also includes a branch site in Tonge Moor.As a key member of our practice team, you will work closely alongside our

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d clinicians and supportive administrative staff. You will play an essential role in delivering high-quality, frontline healthcare services to our diverse patient population.Why work for Harwood Group Practice?Impact:Make a difference in the health and well-being of our local community every single day.

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:Gain valuable

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within a highly-regarded NHS Training Practice.Teamwork:Become part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment where your contribution is valued and recognised.Location:Work in a well-established practice with excellent links to the wider Bolton area.If you are a compassionate individual with a passion for care and are ready to be an essential part of a busy primary care setting, we want to hear from you!

Main duties of the job
As aHealth Care Assistant, you will be integral to the smooth running of our clinical services. Your main duties will include:Phlebotomy:Performing venipuncture in accordance with practice protocols and ensuring samples are correctly labeled and processed.Physiological Measurements:Accurately performing and recording a range of clinical measurements, including:Electrocardiograms (ECGs):Performing 12-lead ECGs as requested by clinicians.Blood Pressure Checks (BP):Routine and monitoring blood pressure measurements.Measurements:Accurately measuring and recording patients'height, weight, and calculating Body Mass Index (BMI).Assisting the Nursing Team:Providing direct support to Practice Nurses and GPs during clinical procedures, ensuring the clinic rooms are stocked, clean, and prepared for use.Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and Better Quality Care (BQC) Work:Assisting with tasks related to QOF and BQC targets, such as reviewing patient notes, performing recall processes, and ensuring preventative health checks (e.g., foot checks, lifestyle assessments) are completed for chronic disease management patients.Clinical Coding:Accurately and efficiently entering clinical data and codes into patient electronic records (EMIS) to ensure records are up-to-date and complete for auditing and clinical purposes.This role requires excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a commitment to providing patient care in a compassionate and professional manner.

About us
Harwood Group Practice is a highly-regarded, established NHSTraining Practicein Bolton (BL2 3HQ), dedicated to high-quality care.We serve approximately12,200 patientsacross two sites: our main centre in Harwood and a branch in Tonge Moor.As aTraining Practice, we actively teach trainee GPs and medical students, ensuring we stay current with clinical best practice. We hold an overall'Good' CQC rating.You will join a large, multi-disciplinary team, including GPs, ACPs, Nurses, and Pharmacists, operating within the Turton Primary Care Network (PCN). This is a professional and supportive environment committed to continuous improvement and community well-being.

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Date posted
12 November 2025

Pay scheme
Other

Salary
Depending on

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Between £24,937 & £26,598 (pro rata)

Contract
Fixed termDuration6 months

Working pattern
Part-time

Reference number
A2090-25-00Job location
sHarwood Medical CentreHough Fold WayHarwoodBoltonBL2 3HQTonge Moor Health CentreThicketford RoadBoltonBL2 2LW

Job description

Job responsibilities
Phlebotomy:Perform venipuncture (blood drawing) efficiently and safely, ensuring correct labelling and preparation of samples.Physiological Measurements:Perform and record routineBlood Pressure (BP) checks, and measure/calculateheight, weight, and Body Mass Index (BMI).Electrocardiograms (ECGs):Accurately perform and record 12-lead ECGs as requested by clinicians.Urine Testing:Collect and test urine samples and record findings.Assisting Clinicians:Provide direct support to Practice Nurses and GPs during minor procedures, ensuring rooms are stocked and prepared.QOF and BQC Support:Actively assist with work relating to the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and Better Quality Care (BQC) targets, including patient recalls and preventative health checks for chronic disease patients.Clinical Coding:Accurately and promptly enter clinical data and appropriateSNOMED codesinto the electronic patient record system.Stock Management:Monitor and maintain stock levels of clinical supplies.Decontamination:Ensure all clinical rooms and equipment surfaces are cleaned, prepared, and decontaminated between patients.Waste Disposal:Safely manage and dispose of clinical waste, including sharps, in line with established procedures.

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Person Specification

Qualifications
EssentialHealth & Social care NVQ 2 or abovePhlebotomy training and over 1 year

Experience
of venepuncture

Person Specification

Experience
of venepuncture

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

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