Healthcare Assistant

NHS; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant GP practice in Hitchin is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant. Join a dedicated team in providing exceptional patient care, with opportunities for professional development and to make a positive impact on community health. Ideal candidates will have healthcare qualifications and effective communication skills.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare settings, preferably General Practice.
• Ability to work in a team and autonomously.
• Sensitivity and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews and provide wound care with empathy.
• Administer various vaccinations.
• Support administrative tasks, including stock management.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Empathy

Education

Healthcare qualification (Level 3 or 4)

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Are you a compassionate and skilled Healthcare Assistant ready to make a difference in a vibrant General Practice environment? We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant to join our dedicated team, providing exceptional care and support to our patients.

Qualifications/Personal Attributes:

• Experience in General Practice is preferred but not essential.
• SystmOne experience is preferred.
• Healthcare qualification (Level 3 or 4) or working towards this, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills and effective time management.
• Ability to work both in a team and autonomously.
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
• Flexible, with high levels of integrity and loyalty.
• Sensitive, empathetic, and able to work under pressure.

Working Hours:

• Up to 37.5 hours per week, with part-time applications considered.
• Salary dependent on experience.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Make a positive impact on patient care and community health.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and are eager to contribute to a thriving practice, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply:Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role to [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct long-term condition reviews, ensuring comprehensive and patient-centred care.
• Provide wound care and dressings with precision and empathy.
• Administer vaccinations, including flu, RSV, pneumococcal, and COVID-19.

Undertake ECGs as requested by the practice

• Act as a chaperone when required, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Assist administratively with stock take, stock ordering, and restocking rooms.
• Monitor and check fridge temperatures to maintain optimal storage conditions.

About us

Overview of Our Organisation

We are a friendly and dynamic GP Practice located in the charming market town of Hitchin, Hertfordshire. Conveniently situated within commuting distance of London, our practice is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to our community.

About Us:

• Team Structure:We are proud to have a diverse and skilled team comprising 8 GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Urgent Care Nurses, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), Pharmacists, and a Physiotherapist. This is supported by a dedicated reception and admin team.
• Patient Care:With a patient list size of approximately 12,500, we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Our team works collaboratively to meet the healthcare needs of our community, ensuring a comprehensive and compassionate approach.
• Training Practice:As a training practice, we are passionate about nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals. We train GPs and host medical students from the Cambridge University, fostering an environment of learning and development.

Job responsibilities

Tosupport the practice nursing and administrative teams in the delivery ofclinical and administrative services, working as part of the practicemulti-disciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to theentitled patient population.

TheHealthcare Assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision oftreatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education while alsosupporting the administrative team on an as-required basis.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• See job description
• See job description

Experience

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Experience of working with patients
• Experience of working in a GP practice
• Experienced user of Systm1 clinical system

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.