GP Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support our clinical team in delivering high-quality patient care. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone experienced in primary care, NHS health checks, and clinical support procedures.

Key Responsibilities

 Clinical & Patient Care

  • Assist patients with health checks, ECGs, phlebotomy, urinalysis, BP, height, and weight.

  • Support wound care, suture removal, immunisations, and long-term condition monitoring.

  • Conduct NHS Health Checks and follow up with relevant care pathways.

  • Chaperone patients during clinical procedures.

  • Explain treatments and offer reassurance during consultations.

 Administration & Triage

  • Process and code clinical letters, updating patient records accurately.

  • Arrange appointments, referrals, diagnostic tests, and follow-ups.

  • Signpost correspondence to the correct clinician or department.

 Infection Control & Safety

  • Maintain a clean, hazard-free working area.

  • Follow cold chain, decontamination, and spill control protocols.

  • Handle specimens, waste, and sharps safely in accordance with policy.

  • Comply with infection prevention standards and use PPE as required.

 Training & Development

  • Attend annual appraisals and review performance objectives.

  • Participate in health & safety and clinical best practice training.

 Public Health & Engagement

  • Support seasonal health campaigns such as flu vaccination clinics.

  • Provide advice and direct care to improve patient wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP, NHS, or community health setting.

  • Confident with patient interaction, phlebotomy, and routine clinical tasks.

  • Knowledge of infection control, medical coding, and EMIS/Vision systems (desirable).

  • Excellent communication and multitasking skills.

  • Strong organisational skills and a calm, compassionate nature.

Benefits

  • NHS pension or equivalent

  • Flexible work schedule

  • On-site training and development

  • Supportive multidisciplinary team

  • Career progression opportunities


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