HCA

Integrated Care System; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Hart Medical Centre seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) qualified to NVQ Level 3 to join their clinical team. This role involves supporting high-quality patient care, including tasks like venepuncture and health checks. Full training will be provided, offering opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Full training provided

Ongoing learning support

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3.
• Previous experience in a primary care setting is desirable.
• Committed and enthusiastic with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture (blood taking).
• Conduct blood pressure readings and general health checks.
• Provide support with Long-Term Condition (LTC) reviews.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Caring approach

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

This job has been posted by Hartlepool & Stockton Health on behalf of one of our member practices, Hart Medical Centre.

Hart Medical is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) qualified to NVQ Level 3.

Main duties of the job

Qualified to NVQ Level 3, you will be required to perform venepuncture, blood pressure readings, health checks, LTC checks, and general treatment room duties. Ideally, candidates should have previous experience in primary care, but this is not essential. Salary is dependent on experience, and training will be given.

About us

Hartlepool and Stockton Health is a GP federation created in 2016 to support primary care and to develop and run services across practices in our region. We are proud to say that our membership includes every doctor's surgery in the Hartlepool and Stockton area. Run by and for local people, we are committed to being innovators in primary care, improving outcomes, and above all, helping people.

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant (HCA) qualified to NVQ Level 3 to join our clinical team. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care within a busy treatment room environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform venepuncture (blood taking)
• Conduct blood pressure readings and general health checks
• Assist with Long-Term Condition (LTC) reviews
• Provide support with a range of general treatment room duties
• Ensure accurate documentation and communication with the wider clinical team

Previous experience in a primary care setting is desirable but not essential.

A caring, professional approach to patient care, with excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, are required.

Training & Development: Full training will be provided. We are committed to developing our team and will support ongoing learning based on individual experience and career goals.

Please note, days of work are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.