Health Care Assistant

NHS; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative and forward-thinking practice is seeking a motivated Health Care Assistant to join a dynamic team. This exciting role involves supporting the clinical team in delivering patient care, performing essential health checks, and providing lifestyle advice. The practice prioritizes staff development and offers a supportive environment for growth. With a commitment to equality and diversity, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying flexible working hours and competitive benefits.

Benefits

On-site Car Parking

NHS Pension

Competitive holiday entitlement

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience as a Health Care or Nursing Assistant, dealing with the public.
• Qualified in Phlebotomy is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the practice clinical team in patient care delivery.
• Perform BP monitoring, urinalysis, and phlebotomy.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Proactive Development

Education

GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths

Healthcare Assistant qualification

NVQ level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Systm1

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Are you a motivated Health Care Assistant looking for an exciting and varied job opportunity? An innovative and forward-thinking practice with an established and expanding team of Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, and Healthcare Assistants?

Magna Group Practice requires an experienced, enthusiastic, and motivated Health Care Assistant to join our busy, friendly team.

The ideal candidate should be able to work well in a team and demonstrate the ability to be proactive in developing the practice.

Main duties of the job

Working under the direct supervision of the Lead 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.

About Us

Magna Group Practice consists of 4 GP partners, 8 Salaried GPs, and a team of Practice Nurses and HCAs. We are also a training practice and are keen on the development of our staff.

Magna Group Practice operates over 4 sites, supporting over 15,000 patients in the Rotherham area.

The organization supports the equality, diversity, and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues. Our benefits include:

• On-site Car Parking facilities.
• NHS Pension.
• Competitive holiday entitlement.
• Flexible working hours.

Job Details

Date posted: 17 April 2025

Pay scheme: Negotiable depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: A4248-25-0003

Job locations: Valley Health Centre, Dalton, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 3HD

Job Responsibilities

The main duties of the role include:

• BP Monitoring
• Urinalysis
• Phlebotomy
• Diabetic foot checks/Podiatrist referrals
• Weight Monitoring
• Recording family and social history
• Providing lifestyle advice and making referrals to other clinicians (diet, exercise, smoking, alcohol)
• Chaperoning when required
• Monthly checks on clinical room bags
• Maintaining equipment used by HCAs and Practice nurses
• Ensuring sharps bins are ready for collection
• Labeling and bagging specimens correctly
• Providing seasonal information for patients
• INR checks
• Ear irrigation
• ECG procedures
• Administration duties, audits, patient recalls, BP averaging

The HCA will be instructed and supported by the Lead Nurse on clinical matters and training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths, Healthcare Assistant qualification or relevant experience
• Desirable: Qualified in Phlebotomy, NVQ level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

Experience

• Essential: Experience as a Health Care or Nursing Assistant, dealing with the public, excellent communication skills
• Desirable: Experience in Primary Care, Systm1, Microsoft Office

Additional Information

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Employer Details

Name: Magna Group Practice

Address: Valley Health Centre, Dalton, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 3HD

Website: https://www.magnagrouppractice.co.uk/