Healthcare Assistant – GP Practice with NHS Pension

Story Terrace Inc.; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Annual Leave 27 days (pro‑rata) + 8 BH

DBS Check

Enhanced Sick Pay & Family Leave

Job summary

Story Terrace Inc. is seeking a Health Care Assistant for Westerhope Medical Group to support clinical and administrative tasks within a GP practice.

The role involves assisting in clinical procedures, promoting health and wellness, and helping ensure smooth operation of the practice. The successful candidate will have experience in a primary care setting, be skilled in phlebotomy, wound care, and infection control, and be comfortable conducting new patient health checks.

Qualifications

• Experience in a primary care or GP practice setting.
• Proficiency in wound care, dressings and clinical assessments.
• Ability to conduct new patient health checks and baseline observations.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive new patient health assessments and document findings accurately.
• Assist in chronic disease management and health promotion clinics.
• Perform baseline clinical observations including pulse, BP, temperature and pulse rate.
• Conduct phlebotomy and ensure safe handling of blood samples.
• Facilitate routine and 24-hour blood pressure monitoring and provide guidance.
• Administer wound care, dressings and minor clinical procedures.
• Record BMI accurately and act as chaperone during examinations when required.
• Carry out ECGs as directed and support vaccinations/immunisations.
• Ensure meticulous record-keeping in line with practice protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Follow clinical protocols

Phlebotomy

Infection control

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

EMIS Web

Job description

Story Terrace Inc. is seeking a Health Care Assistant for Westerhope Medical Group to support clinical and administrative tasks within a GP practice.

The role involves assisting in clinical procedures, promoting health and wellness, and helping ensure smooth operation of the practice. The successful candidate will have experience in a primary care setting, be skilled in phlebotomy, wound care, and infection control, and be comfortable conducting new patient health checks.