Health Care Assistant

The Grove Medical Centre; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking medical practice as a Healthcare Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in supporting patient care and the clinical team. This dynamic environment values personal and professional growth, providing opportunities to engage in patient education, chronic disease management, and health promotion. If you have a passion for improving patient outcomes and thrive in a supportive team setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Contribute to a practice that prioritizes excellent patient care and fosters a collaborative atmosphere among healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience in GP practice and knowledge of SystmOne and QOF are essential.
• Driving license is desirable for home visits.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care and chronic disease management.
• Conduct blood tests, ECGs, and support the clinical team.

Skills

SystmOne

QOF understanding

General Practice experience

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced, competent Healthcare Assistant (HCA) who can provide essential support to the clinical team, including GPs, practice nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The role involves a range of patient-facing and administrative duties, supporting both clinical care and the smooth running of the practice.

Minimum Requirements

• You must have knowledge of SystmOne
• You must have an excellent understanding of QOF.
• You must have GP Practice experience

Main Duties of the Job

Your main duties will include patient care and chronic disease management, health promotion, patient education, and stock management.

You may also be required to visit patients at home and in residential and care home settings on occasions, so a driving license is desirable.

About Us

The surgery is a forward-thinking, dynamic surgery that strives to provide the best patient care possible. The team at the Grove is extremely supportive and we encourage personal and professional growth.

Date Posted
15 April 2025
Pay Scheme
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working Pattern
Part-time
Reference Number
A2769-25-0000
Job Locations
Grove Road, Felixstowe, IP11 9GA

Job Responsibilities

You will be responsible for seeing patients for the initial workup for their long-term conditions, blood tests, ECGs, etc. You will work closely with the strong team of HCAs and Nurses along with GPs, Clinicians, and other surgery staff.

Person Specification
Experience Essential

• General Practice experience
• SystmOne experience
• Good clear understanding of QOF

Desirable

• Driving licence

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
The Grove Medical Centre
Address
Grove Road, Felixstowe, IP11 9GA
Employer's Website
https://www.grovemcfelixstowe.nhs.uk/