Health Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A prestigious healthcare provider in Bath is seeking a motivated Health Care Assistant to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. This role offers both full-time and part-time options, emphasizing teamwork and staff development. You will assist in various clinical duties, health promotion, and administrative tasks in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience ideally as a Health Care Assistant.
• Willingness to train as a phlebotomist.
• Desirable: Experience in a GP Practice.

Responsibilities

• Undertake basic clinical observations.
• Perform venepuncture and collect specimens.
• Assist in chronic disease monitoring.
• Support health promotion and lifestyle advice.
• Conduct NHS Health Checks.

Skills

Experience as a Health Care Assistant

Willingness to train as a phlebotomist

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Health Care Assistant to join our nursing team. The post-holder will work under the supervision of the nursing team and GP partners to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. The role is for 37 hours per week and could be split between two people who wish to take on part-time hours. We are a GP Practice with an emphasis on team work and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Duties (as trained and competent to undertake): Undertake basic clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation)
• Perform venepuncture and collect specimens (urine, swabs, etc.)
• Carry out ECGs
• Assist in chronic disease monitoring (e.g., asthma, COPD, diabetes reviews)
• Support health promotion and lifestyle advice (diet, smoking cessation, weight management)
• Conduct NHS Health Checks
• Ensure infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times
• Accurately record patient data in clinical system (EMIS Web)
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment
• Ensure adequate stock levels of clinical supplies
• Process and record vaccinations and other interventions
• Participate in recall systems for patients with long-term conditions
• Assist in maintaining practice infection control audits and health & safety checks

• Administrative Duties:
• Maintain accuracy of patient records and documentation
• Adhere to practice policies and procedures

• Team & Organisational Responsibilities:
• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver safe and effective care
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings, training, and appraisal processes
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and practice policies
• Adhere to safeguarding procedures for children and vulnerable adults
• Participate in audits, quality improvement projects, and CQC compliance

Qualifications

• Essential: Experience ideally as a Health Care Assistant; willingness to train as a phlebotomist
• Desirable: Experience of working as a Health Care Assistant in a GP Practice

Details

• Job location: Coalpit Road, Batheaston, Bath, BA1 7NP
• Salary: £13.78 per hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
• Post date: 09 October 2025
• Reference: A5491-25-0000