Healthcare Assistant

Alastair Ross Medical Practice; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A friendly GP Practice in Bolton is looking for a motivated Healthcare Assistant to join their team. The role involves taking bloods, measuring vital signs, and supporting patient care. Previous HCA experience is desirable, and training in phlebotomy is required. A compassionate approach and excellent communication skills are essential. This position offers a rewarding environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous HCA experience in primary care or another healthcare setting is desirable.
• Trained and confident in phlebotomy (essential).
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out phlebotomy (taking bloods).
• Measure and record blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, and BMI.
• Support delivery of NHS Health Checks and other screening programmes.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication skills

Team player

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Health promotion advice

Education

Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate

Level 3 in Health & Social Care

NVQ in Clinical Healthcare

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and caring Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our friendly GP Practice team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with patients, supporting clinical staff, and contributing to high-quality patient care in primary care.

Main duties of the job

• Carry out phlebotomy (taking bloods)
• Measure and record blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, and BMI
• Perform ECGs
• Administer flu vaccinations (training provided if required)
• Undertake diabetic foot checks
• Support delivery of NHS Health Checks and other screening programmes
• Provide health promotion and lifestyle advice under guidance of clinicians
• Accurately record information on the clinical system

About us

Alastair Ross Medical Practice is a friendly and supportive GP surgery dedicated to providing high-quality care for our patients. We are located in a modern facility within Breithmet Health Centre, offering a welcoming environment for both patients and staff. We are a busy practice with a patient list size of approximately 7,000 patients, providing a varied and rewarding working environment.

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities include:

• Measuring and recording blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, and BMI
• Performing ECGs
• Administering flu vaccinations (training provided if required)
• Diabetic foot checks
• NHS Health Checks and other preventative health work
• Supporting health promotion and lifestyle advice under guidance
• Accurate documentation and use of clinical systems

What we are looking for:

• Previous HCA experience in primary care or another healthcare setting is desirable
• Trained and confident in phlebotomy (essential)
• Competent in BP monitoring, ECGs, and basic observations
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach
• Team player with the ability to work independently when needed
• Commitment to confidentiality and safe clinical practice

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Minimum of Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• Phlebotomy training and competency (or willingness to complete)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certificate
• English language proficiency sufficient for patient care and record keeping
• Immunisation training (flu vaccinations)
• Diabetes care/foot assessment training
• Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• NVQ in Clinical Healthcare or HCA qualification
• Experience in primary care or GP practice

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.