Healthcare Assistant

Ashville Surgery; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated healthcare assistant to join their team. This role involves performing essential clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, blood pressure checks, and supporting chronic disease monitoring. You will play a vital role in promoting health education and wellbeing while assisting with minor surgeries and maintaining clinical equipment. If you are passionate about patient care and looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in phlebotomy and routine health screenings.
• Ability to assist with minor surgeries and maintain clinical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and routine health checks for patients.
• Support nursing team and assist in clinics as required.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Blood pressure checks

ECGs

Chronic disease monitoring

Wound care

Health education

Tools

EMIS

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Phlebotomy (taking blood samples)
• Blood pressure checks
• ECGs
• NHS Health Checks
• Routine health screening
• Chronic disease monitoring support
• Wound care & dressings
• Administering B12 injections and flu vaccinations (if appropriately trained)
• Assisting with minor surgery and clinics
• Maintaining clinical equipment and stock
• Updating patient records accurately on the clinical system (EMIS preferable)
• Supporting the nursing team and GPs as required
• Promoting health education and wellbeing