Healthcare Assistant/Nurse

Equals One Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leeds is looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant/Nurse. This role is essential for supporting healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care, including performing various clinical procedures. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a primary care environment and must possess a current DBS and relevant training. The position offers fixed hours with the possibility of additional shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Health Care Assistant or Nurse in a GP or primary care environment.
• Current DBS, immunisations, and mandatory training.
• IT literate – able to use clinical systems confidently.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient observations like BP, pulse, SpO₂.
• Prepare patients and provide chaperone support.
• Assist in stock control and infection control audits.

Skills

Patient observations

Venepuncture / phlebotomy

Conducting ECGs

Spirometry testing

Maintaining electronic records

Tools

EMIS

SystmOne

Microsoft Office

Job description

Healthcare Assistant/Nurse

Hourly rate circa £15 ph dependent on skills and experience

Monday and Wednesday 9am to 1pm fixed hours – + ad hoc additional hours

Our client, The Private Doctors, is an award‑winning surgery based in North Leeds providing same‑day concierge GP consulting. They are now looking to recruit an experienced Healthcare Assistant/Nurse to join their existing team.

The Healthcare Assistant/Nurse position plays a vital role in supporting healthcare professionals in delivering high‑quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include assisting in maintaining a clean and safe environment, preparing equipment, and supporting patients emotionally by offering companionship and reassurance.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform patient observations (BP, pulse, SpO₂, BMI, height/weight).
• Perform venepuncture / phlebotomy (routine and screening bloods).
• Conduct 12‑lead ECGs.
• Carry out Spirometry testing (including calibration and infection control).
• Perform Ankle‑Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI) for vascular assessments.
• Conduct urinalysis and assist in sample processing / lab dispatch.
• Prepare patients and provide chaperone support for clinical procedures (including minor surgery and joint injections).
• Maintain accurate electronic records (Semble or similar) and support clinicians with clinical documentation.
• Assist in stock control, cleaning schedules, and infection control audits.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Health Care Assistant or Nurse in a GP or primary care environment.
• Current DBS, immunisations, and mandatory training (including infection control, safeguarding, BLS, and anaphylaxis).
• IT literate – able to use clinical systems (EMIS, SystmOne, Semble or similar) and Microsoft Office confidently.

Desirable (Highly Advantageous)

• Wound care and suture removal.
• Ear irrigation / microsuction.
• Cervical smear training (cytology).
• Travel health & vaccination certification (e.g. Yellow Fever, Hep A/B, Typhoid, Tetanus).
• Cryotherapy assistanceor experience in dermatology/minor surgery.
• Health screening experience – comfortable performing ECGs, spirometry, ABPI in a screening context.
• Experience in private healthcare or concierge service environments.
• Aesthetic or regenerative medicine experience (PRP, skin therapy) – optional but desirable for crossover clinics.

If you feel that your skills and experience match the role criteria, please send your CV by return.