Medical Assessments Assistant – HCA (Ministry of Defence)

Pertemps; England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in the UK is seeking a part-time Healthcare Assistant to work at HMS Sultan, Gosport. The role includes welcoming patients, conducting preliminary health checks, and ensuring a clean examination environment. Preferred candidates should have Basic Life Support training and experience in a healthcare setting. This position offers a fixed-term contract with the potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an outpatient/occupational healthcare setting preferable.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for medical examination.
• Measure and record preliminary health checks.
• Ensure preliminary health checks are recorded utilising internal IT systems.
• Adhere to relevant healthcare policies and procedures.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Healthcare assistant Band 2 and/or Band 3

Job description

Company

Pertemps Medical – MoD

Job Title

Healthcare Assistant

Start Date

November 2025

Contract Length

1 year fixed-term contract with potential for extension

Contract Type

Part-time

Hours

Monday – Wednesday, 07.30 – 17.00

Location

HMS Sultan, Gosport

Salary

£28k pro rata (£16,800 per annum)

Reports To

General Practitioner

Supported by

Nursing Lead

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for medical examination
• Measure and record preliminary health checks (e.g. Blood Pressure, Temperature, Pulse, Urinalysis, Peak flow)
• Prepare and maintain examination rooms ensuring they are clean and well stocked
• Provide chaperone support where required
• Phlebotomy preferred but training will be provided if necessary
• Ensure preliminary health checks are recorded utilising internal IT systems
• Adhere to relevant healthcare policies and procedures
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations
• Maintain infection control guidelines to ensure a safe environment

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Healthcare assistant Band 2 and/or Band 3
• Previous experience in an outpatient/occupational healthcare setting preferable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Application

If you are interested in this position, please apply now with a copy of your CV and one of our MOD recruitment team will be in contact. [e-mail]