Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Seldoc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking experienced Health Care Assistants for their Urgent Treatment Centre. The role involves working alongside Emergency Nurse Practitioners and GPs in a dynamic environment. Candidates should hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and have basic wound management skills. The position offers flexible working options, contributing to a supportive multidisciplinary team, with opportunities for career development and educational sessions.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Career Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in Health & Social Care is essential.
• Experience in basic wound care and dressings.
• Good communication skills necessary for patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Carry out baseline observations like BP, HR, and Temperature.
• Assist with basic wound care and patient booking.
• Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment.

Skills

Basic communication skills

Basic IT skills

Wound management skills

Compassion

Reliability

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Are you an experienced Health Care Assistant looking for a dynamic and rewarding role?

Base:

Kings College Hospital (South London)

Salary:

15-20 p/h

Hours:

Flexible – Full-Time/Part-Time

Join SELDOC, a successful GP cooperative with over 25 years of service, delivering high-quality primary and urgent care to 2 million patients across South London.

We are seeking experienced and motivated Health Care Assistants to join our Urgent Treatment Centre team. As an HCA, you will work alongside Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs), General Practitioners (GPs) collaboratively across the UTC, Emergency Department, and wider hospital services, supporting the GPs and ENPs in the management of a diverse caseload of patients presenting with urgent and emergency needs.

You should have a NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification, have basic wound management skills, be compassionate, reliable, flexible team worker and be willing to contribute to a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Working Options: Work remotely or on-site, with opportunities for face-to-face assessments, home visits, or telephone triage.
• Career Development: Regular clinical audits, feedback, and educational sessions, including peer support forums and monthly topical events.
• Supportive Environment: Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, Shift Managers, Drivers, and Call Handlers, with support always available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Able to carry out baseline observations (BP, HR, Temp, SpO₂
• Basic wound care/dressings Booking in of patients to UTC
• Good communication and IT skills
• Working with ENPS to maintain a clean and safe clinical environment
• Keeping count of clinical stock, vaccines and putting away stock

Person Specification

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care
• Basic Life Support training
• Basic wound care/dressings experience
• Good communication and IT skills
• Awareness of infection control & safeguarding principles
• Evidence of initiative and willingness to learn

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3
• Phlebotomy training
• Previous urgent care or A&E experience
• ECG skills