Healthcare Assistant
Posting date: | 01 May 2025 |
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Salary: | Not specified |
Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 14 May 2025 |
Location: | Basingstoke, RG21 7AP |
Company: | NHS Jobs |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | A1424-25-0005 |
Summary
Role purpose of the HCA is to work collaboratively within the general practice team to provide services to the practice population. Development of the HCA clinical skills will depend on the needs of the practice. Training and annual updates will ensure skills are evidence based and within the scope of practice. The following roles of the Health Care Assistant include: Phlebotomy Urinalysis General observations including ECGs. Spirometry Assessments Part 1 Mental Health Review Clinics Part 1 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinics Part 1 Diabetes Clinics and Pre-Diabetes Clinics Learning Disabilities Clinics Health promotion including referrals to Other Healthcare Practitioners (OHPs)/ Care Providers, including Podiatry, Smoke Free Hampshire, Gloji, Cholesterol Advice etc. NHS Health Checks Assisting GP in Womens Health Coils/Implants Clinics Administration in Childhood Immunisation Clinics Dressing Clinics including compression bandaging and removal of clips and staples. Vaccinations which could include B12, Shingles, Pneumococcal and GnRH Assist in the annual influenza and Covid programme for adults and children. Active participation in achieving QOF and Enhanced Service targets and recall demands.