Locum HCA – Primary Care: Observations, Phlebotomy & ECGs

Locum Ready; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Locum Ready is looking for a Locum HCA to work for a GP practice in Bridgwater. This proactive healthcare assistant will support the clinical team with routine procedures, patient assessments and day-to-day treatment room activity.

You will be part of an organised primary care environment where you will help manage patient flow, assist with core clinical duties and contribute to high-quality care delivery. The practice offers strong support and clear guidance to ensure every session runs

Qualifications

• Prior HCA experience in primary care or the NHS.
• Phlebotomy experience desirable.
• Comfortable carrying out clinical observations.
• Enhanced DBS is required.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Basic IT skills for clinical records documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performing observations including BP, pulse, temperature and oxygen saturation
• Supporting with treatment room procedures
• Phlebotomy and sample handling (if trained)
• Completing ECGs and assisting with routine patient assessments
• Providing lifestyle advice and supporting health promotion
• Updating patient records accurately in the clinical system
• Assisting clinicians with general tasks as required

Skills

Communication skills

Patient interaction

IT literacy

Job description

Locum Ready is looking for a Locum HCA to work for a GP practice in Bridgwater. This proactive healthcare assistant will support the clinical team with routine procedures, patient assessments and day-to-day treatment room activity.

You will be part of an organised primary care environment where you will help manage patient flow, assist with core clinical duties and contribute to high-quality care delivery. The practice offers strong support and clear guidance to ensure every session runs