Healthcare Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support the delivery of high-quality patient care within our busy GP surgery. The successful candidate will work closely with our nursing and clinical team to provide a range of clinical and administrative services, contributing to the health and wellbeing of our patient population.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties:

• Assist clinical staff with patient care, including observations (e.g., blood pressure, temperature, pulse).
• Carry out basic procedures such as ECGs, wound care, and phlebotomy (if trained).
• Support chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, asthma reviews under guidance).
• Administer vaccinations and injections (if trained and under appropriate protocols).
• Perform health checks and assist with NHS Health Checks.
• Maintain accurate patient records using clinical systems.
• Ensure clinical areas are kept clean, stocked, and compliant with infection control standards.
• Assist in clinics such as smear clinics or minor surgeries (chaperoning when required).
• Support health promotion and lifestyle advice under clinician direction.

About us

Ashville Surgery in Whalley Range is a well-established GP practice dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to the local community. The practice offers a range of general medical services, including routine consultations, chronic disease management, vaccinations, health checks. With a patient-centered approach, the clinical team—comprising GPs, nurses, and healthcare assistants—works collaboratively to deliver compassionate care.

Ashville Surgery also supports patients with access to digital tools like the NHS App and emphasises preventative healthcare through health education. The practice is committed to fostering a welcoming environment where patients feel supported in managing their health and well-being.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform ECGs
• Conduct NHS Health Checks
• Routine health screening
• Support chronic disease monitoring
• Wound care & dressings
• Administer B12 injections and flu vaccinations (if appropriately trained)
• Assist with minor surgery and clinics
• Maintain clinical equipment and stock
• Update patient records accurately on the clinical system (EMIS preferred)
• Support the nursing team and GPs as required
• Promote health education and wellbeing

Person Specification

Abilities

• Experience working in a healthcare setting or similar role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems (training provided)
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection
• Previous experience in a General Practice or Primary Care setting
• Phlebotomy, ECG, and vaccination experience
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification)
• Understanding of infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures

Qualifications

• SVQ Health Care Assistant

Experience

• Full driving license
• Record ECGs
• Venepuncture
• Experience in a GP Practice
• Health education

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to assess any previous criminal convictions.