Now Hiring: Health Care Assistant Needed In London

Digitaltidewave; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a Health Care Assistant to join their team. The role involves both administrative and clinical support, ensuring high standards of patient care and compliance with safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational skills and a commitment to patient welfare.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform clinical procedures under supervision.
• Knowledge of safety and compliance protocols in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team in clinical procedures and patient care.
• Manage medical equipment and waste disposal.
• Coordinate stock levels and ensure proper use of supplies.

Skills

Clinical Support

Administrative Support

Safety Compliance

Job description

NOW HIRING: HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT NEEDED IN LONDON. Below are the details of the job and all there is to know.

Job Role:

Health Care Assistant

Location:

London

Job Type:

Full-time/Permanent

Salary:

N/A

Job Reference:

A3244-25-0000

Job Summary:

The post holder will be responsible for providing administrative and clinical support to the clinical team, particularly the nursing team, to promote and maintain high standards of care for patients. The post holder will carry out duties supervised by the Nurse Practitioner, ensuring they do not perform tasks for which they lack the necessary knowledge and skill.

Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical:

• Work under indirect supervision of the nursing team, carrying out procedures such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height and weight measurements, venepuncture, urinalysis, ECG, peak flow readings, inhaler technique, spirometry, and assisting with NHS Health Checks.
• Assist with care plans, pre-assessments, simple dressings, B12 injections, and give flu injections to over 60s under supervision.
• Assist at coil fitting clinics and minor surgery clinics, ensuring patients receive prior information.
• Check daily that emergency equipment is in full working order and properly stored.

Administration:

• Process smear results and manage the recall system using Open Exeter.
• Ensure all medical equipment is maintained, serviced, and replaced as needed, liaising with the Clinical Administrator.
• Oversee proper disposal of medical waste, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and adequate supplies.
• Ensure consulting rooms are stocked with necessary equipment and redistribute supplies as needed.
• Coordinate with the Finance Administrator to maintain stock levels of coil fitting instruments, ensuring their safety and proper storage.
• Ensure no out-of-date clinical stock is used in the practice.