Health Care Assistant (HCA) General Practice

Little Harwood Health Centre; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Blackburn is looking for a compassionate and motivated Health Care Assistant (HCA) to support high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate should hold a Level 3 Health Care qualification and have experience in General Practice. Responsibilities include assisting with patient health checks, maintaining surgical equipment, and supporting the clinical team. This role offers opportunities for ongoing training and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Team support and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant or in a patient-facing healthcare role.
• Good level of spoken and written English.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with new patient health checks.
• Processing and management of laboratory samples.
• Sterilising and maintaining surgical equipment.
• Supporting the clinical team with patient care.

Skills

Good communication skills

Compassionate approach

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Basic clinical skills

IT literacy

Strong organizational skills

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

EMIS Web

Job description

Health Care Assistant (HCA) General Practice

FULL-TIME GENERAL PRACTICE HCA part-time applicants are welcome - job share will be considered.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Job summary:. The candidate should hold a Level 3 Health Care qualification or Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate qualification and have a proven track record of working in General Practice as a Health Care Assistant.

We are looking for an experienced General Practice HCA. Ideally with Emis Web and QOF experience.

Working under the direct supervision of the senior practice 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.

Main duties of the job

Job Overview

FULL-TIME GENERAL PRACTICE HCA part-time applicants are welcome - job share will be considered.

The candidate should hold a Level 3 Health Care qualification or Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate qualification and have a proven track record of working in General Practice as a Health Care Assistant.

We are looking for an experienced General Practice HCA. Ideally with Emis Web and QOF experience.

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our dedicated team at Little Harwood Health Centre. As an integral part of our primary care team, you will support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care in a friendly and professional environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, has a strong work ethic, and is committed to making a positive difference in patients lives.

Working under the direct supervision of the senior practice 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

Join Our Team at Little Harwood Health Centre Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Vacancy

At Little Harwood Health Centre, we are proud to be a well-established and patient-focused GP practice located in the heart of the community. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare to our diverse patient population, and we place great emphasis on continuity of care, innovation, and clinical excellence.

Our team is made up of dedicated GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff who work collaboratively in a supportive and friendly environment. We believe in mutual respect, shared learning, and a proactive approach to patient care. The practice encourages personal development and offers opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Working with us means becoming part of a warm, inclusive, and hard-working team where your contribution is truly valued. Staff wellbeing is a priority, and we promote a positive work-life balance, offering flexible working patterns, regular team meetings, and support from experienced colleagues.

If you're a motivated and caring individual with a passion for patient care, we would love to hear from you.

Job responsibilities

Primary Duties and Areas of Responsibility

• New patient health checks
• ECG recording
• Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses
• Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment
• Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording
• Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation
• Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms
• Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions, including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations
• Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
• Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual
• Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
• Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being

Notes & Review

The Job Description is not intended to be a fully comprehensive description of the duties of the post-holder and may develop over time. Therefore, these duties will be subject to regular review and may be amended in consultation with the post-holder. All members of staff should be prepared to take on additional duties or relinquish existing duties in order to maintain the efficient running of the organisation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or in a patient-facing healthcare role
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to interact professionally with patients, families, and the healthcare team
• Caring and compassionate approach, with a genuine interest in patient wellbeing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Basic clinical skills, including:
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Height and weight measurement
• Assisting with basic clinical procedures
• Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures accurately
• Strong organisational skills and effective time management
• IT literacy and ability to learn clinical systems (e.g. EMIS or similar)
• Understanding of infection control, health and safety, and hygiene standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and ongoing professional development
• Good level of spoken and written English
• Right to work in the UK
• Previous experience working in a general practice or primary care setting
• Phlebotomy training and recent experience in taking bloods
• Experience performing:
• ECGs
• Urinalysis
• Wound care
• NHS Health Checks
• Knowledge of and experience using EMIS Web or other clinical systems
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent healthcare qualification)
• Training in infection prevention and control
• Experience supporting:
• Weight management
• Other health promotion initiatives
• Understanding of long-term condition monitoring, such as diabetes or hypertension
• Experience assisting with immunisation clinics (e.g. flu or COVID)
• Up-to-date Basic Life Support (BLS) and manual handling training
• Awareness of CQC standards, clinical governance, and safeguarding procedures
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Confidence in working autonomously as well as collaboratively
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training

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.