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Digitaltidewave; Richmond; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join their dynamic team. This part-time role offers flexible working hours and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care across multiple sites. You will be responsible for vital tasks such as collecting samples, conducting health checks, and providing high-quality care to patients. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional health services and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a rapidly growing organization that values commitment to quality and continuous improvement in patient care.

Qualifications

• 1 year of HCA experience required.
• Care Certificate mandatory for the role.

Responsibilities

• Collect and dispatch pathological samples efficiently.
• Undertake clinical measurements and patient care tasks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Teamwork

Education

Higher Education Certificate

Care Certificate

Job description

Job role: Health Care Assistant

Company’s name: NHS Jobs

Job location: London

Salary: Depending on experience

Job sector: Health Care

Job reference: A2885-25-0002

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About the Job: Health Care Assistant needed in NHS Jobs

We are looking for a part-time, experienced Health Care Assistant or Phlebotomist to deliver care to patients in our four general practice sites, mainly in Wimbledon and New Malden.

Working hours: Flexible, by arrangement

Salary: Dependent on experience

Required/Mandatory Qualifications:

• Care certificate
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care

Main duties of the job

• Ensure pathological samples are collected and dispatched to the lab efficiently and appropriately
• Undertake clinical measurements and tasks, ensuring accurate recording in clinical records, including:
• Phlebotomy
• Urine testing
• ECGs
• Blood pressure, pulse, rhythm, height, weight, BMI
• ABPM and cardiac event monitoring
• NHS health checks
• Vaccinations: flu, pneumonia, and others
• B12 injections
• Clip and suture removal
• Basic wound care with approved dressings
• Act as a chaperone for clinicians
• Understand long-term conditions, diagnostics, treatments, and principles of care and self-management

About us

Groves Health is a trusted provider of NHS services across England, with rapid growth over the past five years, now operating four sites in New Malden, Richmond, Wimbledon, and Hinchley Wood.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Patient care tasks as per training, including:

• Sample collection and dispatch
• Clinical measurements: phlebotomy, urine testing, ECGs, vital signs, health checks, vaccinations, injections, wound care, and acting as a chaperone
• Understanding of long-term conditions and patient education
• Supporting clinical staff and managing emergency situations within scope

Administrative duties:

• Stock control and replenishment
• Patient communication and appointment scheduling

Communication and team working:

• Effective communication with patients, carers, and team members
• Participation in meetings and team activities

Organization and quality:

• Adherence to policies and standards
• Data management and contribution to service development

Other responsibilities include maintaining a tidy work environment, ongoing training, and supporting staff development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Higher Education Certificate (preferred)
• HCA experience: 1 year (required)
• Care Certificate

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience with health checks, blood pressure, ECG, vaccinations, and wound care

Additional Experience

• Strong communication skills, ability to work independently and in a team, commitment to quality care