Healthcare Assistant: Patient Care & Clinical Support

NHS Jobs; Monmouth (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Castle Gate Medical Practice is looking for a Health Care Assistant to support GPs and nurses across a range of clinical tasks. You will take measurements, collect samples, perform basic procedures, and help maintain clean, stocked treatment rooms.

You will provide lifestyle advice, assist with immunisations, and ensure accurate recording of treatments. The role requires teamwork and strict adherence to infection control standards in a busy primary care setting.

Qualifications

• Provide nursing support under nurse manager and GP guidance.
• Carry out health checks and lifestyle advice as part of patient care.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Take measurements (height, weight, blood pressure) for health checks.
• Obtain and process blood samples for lab analysis.
• Carry out ECGs and peak flow measurements as required.
• Assist with immunisation clinics for adults and children.
• Sterilise equipment and tidy treatment rooms to maintain cleanliness.
• Ensure stock of clinical supplies and equipment is kept up to date.
• Chaperone patients during consultations when needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Blood sample collection

ECG administration

Infection control

Education

Healthcare Assistant qualification

Tools

ECG equipment

Blood collection supplies

Job description

Castle Gate Medical Practice is looking for a Health Care Assistant to support GPs and nurses across a range of clinical tasks. You will take measurements, collect samples, perform basic procedures, and help maintain clean, stocked treatment rooms.

You will provide lifestyle advice, assist with immunisations, and ensure accurate recording of treatments. The role requires teamwork and strict adherence to infection control standards in a busy primary care setting.