Health Care Assistant

The Orchard; Dereham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated GP practice in Dereham is looking for a healthcare assistant to support the nursing team in delivering high-quality care to patients. The role entails assisting clinicians in treatment, preventative care, and health promotion. Ideal candidates will have experience in General Practice and a commitment to providing exceptional patient education and support. The practice prides itself on teamwork and innovation, providing a nurturing environment where all staff contribute to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Experience in General Practice is essential.
• Ability to deliver patient education and health promotion.

Responsibilities

• Support the practice nursing team in delivering nursing services.
• Assist clinical staff in providing treatment and care.

Job description

Overview

The role is to support the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education. General Practice experience is essential., Our aims are to offer the highest standard of health care and advice to our patients, with the resources available to us. We are dedicated to ensuring that Practice Staff and Doctors are trained to the highest level and to provide a stimulating and rewarding environment in which to work,

Team structure

• Nursing Team: Registered Nurses and 1 Nurse Associate ensuring continuity of care
• Healthcare Assistants: 2 HCAs supporting patient care and clinical efficiency
• Pharmacy Team: The Team focuses on optimizing medication therapy, working directly with patients and healthcare teams to improve outcomes and safety.
• Admin and Care Navigator Team: The team provides essential support within the GP practice, combining administrative efficiency with patient focused navigation to ensure smooth access to care.

Together, this multidisciplinary team works closely to provide comprehensive healthcare services, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, innovation, and professional development. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming, progressive practice where every member of staff plays a vital role in supporting our patients and community.

We are a forward thinking GP surgery serving a registered patient population of 13,146. Our team is dedicated to delivering high quality, patient centred care within a supportive and collaborative environment.