Healthcare Assistant

NHS; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare practice is seeking a part-time Healthcare Assistant to provide support in patient care and administrative tasks. The role offers full training and requires good clinical, IT, and interpersonal skills. Working hours are flexible but must include Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

Qualifications

• Good clinical, IT, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in healthcare settings preferred.
• Willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood pressure checks, phlebotomy, and ECGs.
• Support nursing team with health promotion.
• Administer vaccinations under supervision.

Skills

Clinical skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

Healthcare qualification (Level 3 or 4)

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to undertake the role of part-time Healthcare Assistant. We are a small and friendly practice with approximately 6,300 patients. The successful applicant will have good clinical, IT, and interpersonal skills and be willing to upskill as needed. Experience working in a GP Practice is not essential, as full training, supervision, and mentoring will be provided.

The role is for 25-30 hours over three to four days. Working days must include Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, with one late finish.

Main duties of the job:

• Blood pressure checks
• Phlebotomy
• Dressing/wounds checks
• Ear Syringing
• ECGs
• Diabetic checks
• Specific injections covered by a PSD, e.g., flu vaccinations, B12, etc.
• NHS health checks
• Supporting Nursing Team with health promotion programmes
• Ensuring specimens are recorded and ready for transportation
• Monitoring and recording fridge temperatures in line with the Practice's Cold Chain Policy

Other duties include:

• Maintaining clean equipment following proper training

This list is not exhaustive, and all duties are subject to appropriate training.

About Us

St Thomas Road Surgery has 4 GP Partners and 1 Nurse Partner. We have a steady list size and are looking to expand our nursing team. We have a lead nurse and two registered nurses, along with two part-time Healthcare Assistants.

We are part of the Wakefield North PCN, supported by various ARRS roles including Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Paramedic, Patient Care Coordinator, and Health & Wellbeing Coach.

Details

Date posted: 21 May 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: A4260-25-0001

Job locations: St Thomas Road, Featherstone, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 5HE

Job Description

Full job description attached.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

• Undertaking duties in line with training provided by Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and GPs
• Assisting with NHS Health Checks, Diabetic checks, Learning Disability Reviews
• Checking and recording medical supplies on receipt
• Administering vaccinations and injections under a PSD

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Healthcare qualification (Level 3 or 4) or working towards it
• Phlebotomy Certification

Experience:

• Experience working with the public and in healthcare settings (essential)
• Experience in primary care (desirable)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check:

This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Employer Details:

St Thomas Road Surgery, St Thomas Road, Featherstone, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 5HE

Website: https://www.stthomasroadsurgery.co.uk