GP Health Care Assistant: Patient Checks & Home Visits

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Manchester is seeking a full-time qualified Health Care Assistant to join a busy GP surgery. The role involves conducting new patient health checks, monitoring blood pressure, performing ECGs, and home visits. Successful candidates will thrive in a team and must possess NVQ qualifications in Health and Social Care, with at least 12 months experience in a GP setting. Salary is dependent on experience, and a supportive work environment is offered.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience working as a HCA within a GP setting.
• Knowledge of EMIS and DocMan is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the practice clinical team in patient care delivery.
• Conduct new patient health checks and ECG recording.
• Monitor blood pressure and perform urinalysis.
• Provide lifestyle advice and perform home visits.

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Communication

Patient care

Education

NVQ 3 and 4 in Health and Social Care

Tools

EMIS

DocMan

Job description

A leading health service provider in Manchester is seeking a full-time qualified Health Care Assistant to join a busy GP surgery. The role involves conducting new patient health checks, monitoring blood pressure, performing ECGs, and home visits. Successful candidates will thrive in a team and must possess NVQ qualifications in Health and Social Care, with at least 12 months experience in a GP setting. Salary is dependent on experience, and a supportive work environment is offered.