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Job Title: Health Care Assistant (HCA)
Job Type: Locum

Job Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant to join our team at [GP Surgery Name]. As a Health Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality care to our patients. This is a hands-on role where you will provide clinical, administrative, and patient care services in a busy and friendly primary care setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:

• Assist in taking patient histories and vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, temperature, pulse, weight, height).

• Support with basic nursing duties such as wound care, dressing changes, and providing health advice as directed by clinical staff.

• Provide assistance in performing basic clinical procedures such as ECGs, spirometry, and urine testing.

• Prepare patients for examinations and ensure they are comfortable during their visit.

• Administrative Support:

• Help with maintaining patient records and ensure they are kept up to date.

• Book and manage patient appointments and assist with phone triaging and queries.

• Assist with general administrative tasks as needed, including managing stock and supplies for the clinical area.

• Infection Control & Safety:

• Follow all infection control procedures and assist with maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.

• Ensure that all equipment and instruments are cleaned and sterilized properly.

• Patient Education and Support:

• Provide patients with health information and advice on lifestyle changes as instructed by clinical staff.

• Offer support to patients in understanding and managing their conditions, when appropriate.

• Assist in preparing and distributing patient education materials (e.g., leaflets, exercise guides).

• Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with GPs, practice nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care for patients.

• Attend regular team meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of services.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Essential:

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a GP surgery or clinical environment.

• A caring and compassionate approach to patient care.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work well in a team and independently.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

• Basic IT skills (e.g., using patient management software, emails, etc.).

• A commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality.

• Desirable:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.

• Previous experience in performing basic clinical tasks (e.g., taking blood pressure, assisting with medical procedures).

• First Aid certification or equivalent.

• Knowledge of infection control practices.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time or part-time hours, Monday to Friday.

• Some flexibility required for occasional evening or weekend shifts (depending on the surgery's opening hours).

• Salary commensurate with experience.