HCA

NHS; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in York is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to support their clinical team in patient care delivery and perform clinical tasks like phlebotomy. Candidates should have experience working within a nursing team and hold GCSEs in English and Maths. This role offers a full-time or part-time contract in a supportive environment, focusing on quality care for patients.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a nursing team, dealing with vulnerable patients.
• Experience in primary care or working in a GP practice is desirable.
• Driving licence is a desirable qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the practice clinical team in the delivery of patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy and other delegated clinical activities.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with data collection.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Blood pressure monitoring

ECGs

Wound dressings

Clinical activities

Education

GCSE grade A-C in English and Maths

NVQ level 3 (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Working under the direct supervision of the senior practice nurse and GP Partners strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.

Main duties of the job: duties and responsibilities this is not a full list and the role may vary according to the applicants abilities.

Responsibilities

• Phlebotomy
• 24 hour blood pressure monitoring as per protocol
• ECGs
• Annual Reviews Chronic Disease
• Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual such as simple wound dressings, optional training for compression dressings, optional training for spirometry, B12 IM injection administration, urine analysis and INR monitoring
• Annual flu vaccines
• Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being such as height, weight, BP
• Keep clear and accurate records utilising templates provided in Systm1 to ensure relevant read codes, clinical information are correct
• Equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation

About us

Jorvik Gillygate Practice are a forward thinking, innovative and driven organisation who recognise that the quality of care we provide is only as good as the quality of the people that work at our practice.

We are dedicated, supportive and innovative training practice with a team of GP's, Practice Nurses and HCA's working alongside our reception and administrative team.

We are committed to providing each other with an open friendly and supportive environment where all staff are comfortable sharing ideas and who can expect to be provided with all the tools and support they need to enjoy working and succeeding at Jorvik Gillygate.

Details

• Date posted: 26 September 2025
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: A3630-25-0016
• Job locations: Woolpack House, The Stonebow, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 7NP; South Bank Medical Centre, 175 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1PD; East Parade Medical Practice, 89 East Parade, York, YO31 7YD

Job description

Working under the direct supervision of the Lead Practice Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.

Duties and responsibilities this is not a full list and the role may vary according to the applicants abilities:

• Phlebotomy
• 24 hour blood pressure monitoring as per protocol
• ECGs
• Annual Reviews Chronic Disease
• Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual such as simple wound dressings, optional training for compression dressings, optional training for spirometry, B12 IM injection administration, urine analysis and INR monitoring
• Annual flu vaccines
• Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being such as height, weight, BP
• Keep clear and accurate records utilising templates provided in Systm1 to ensure relevant read codes, clinical information are correct
• Equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation

Qualifications and experience

Experience

• Experience of working within a nursing team; experience of dealing with vulnerable patients

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care; experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

• GCSE grade A-C in English and Maths

Desirable qualifications

• Driving licence desirable; Qualified in Phlebotomy; Qualified to NVQ level 3

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 details

• Employer name: Jorvik Gillygate
• Address: Woolpack House, The Stonebow, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 7NP
• Website: https://www.jorvikgillygatepractice.co.uk/