Healthcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 12 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 October 2025 |
| Location: | Salisbury, SP5 3JP |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A5734-25-0004 |
Summary
Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice HCA guidelines and protocols, the post holder will support the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of quality health and care services. Clinical Responsibilities Phlebotomy servicesincluding near patient testing for INR, blood glucose, and cholesterol monitoring Vital signs monitoring- measuring and recording blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight, reporting abnormal readings using practice protocols NHS Health Checksand long-term condition monitoring appointments Wound careincluding dressing changes and basic wound assessment Chronic disease support- supporting diabetes, COPD, and hypertension clinics Vaccination administrationfollowing appropriate training and competency assessment ECGsand other basic diagnostic procedures as trained Chaperoningservices when requested by clinicians Clinical area management- preparing, maintaining and restocking treatment rooms to national cleanliness standards Communication and Team Working Professional communication with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues Liaise effectively between clinical and administrative teams Report significant patient issues immediately to appropriate clinician Participate actively in team meetings and practice development Professional Development Participate in annual individual performance review Complete mandatory training modules annually Take responsibility for own professional development Health and Safety Comply with all practice health and safety policies Maintain infection control standards at all times Report incidents and near misses appropriately Ensure safe handling and disposal of clinical waste Key Requirements No clinical task undertaken without full training and competency assessment Strict adherence to practice protocols and clinical governance frameworks Maintain patient confidentiality and data protection compliance Flexible approach to varying workloads and practice needs