HCA - Health Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 26 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 June 2025 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK14 6BL |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A3962-25-0002 |
Summary
Job Description The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) will work as an integral part of the clinical team at Purbeck Health Centre, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-focused care. The role involves a wide range of clinical and support duties carried out under the supervision of the nursing team and in accordance with the individuals training and competency. Key responsibilities include: Undertaking new patient health checks Supporting the Practice Nurse with health promotion activities and chronic disease clinics Performing phlebotomy Recording and performing ECGs as requested Carrying out wound care, including routine and complex dressings such as compression bandaging Administering vaccinations including B12, Flu, Pneumonia, and Shingles (subject to PGD and competency) Conducting baseline observations including blood pressure, pulse, pulse oximetry, temperature, and BMI Facilitating routine and 24-hour blood pressure monitoring and advising patients accordingly Performing foot pulse checks and general physical health assessments Providing support for opportunistic and routine chronic disease health checks Acting as a chaperone when required Undertaking venepuncture (when trained) Performing ear irrigation under supervision (once trained) Preparing and recording specimens for laboratory transport Assisting during minor surgical procedures Carrying out infection control duties, including: Cleaning clinical areas and fridges according to protocols Ensuring clinical rooms are stocked and ready for use Managing clinical waste and replacing sharps bins in line with IPC policy Delivering opportunistic health promotion during patient contact Participating in audits, shared learning, and service improvement initiatives Supporting practice opening and closing procedures in line with the duty rota The post-holder is expected to work flexibly and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the clinical service at the practice.