GP Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
| Posting date: | 23 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 January 2026 |
| Location: | Norwich, NR28 0BQ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A2738-25-0010 |
Summary
Job Description - Health Care Assistant (HCA) There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. Undertake new patient health checks b. Undertake NHS Health Checks (40 to 74 years) and assist with LTC/Annual Health reviews c. Support the practice with health promotion programmes d. Carry out baseline observations such as urine analysis, pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately e. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly f. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required g. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics h. Carry out BMI checks as directed i. Act as a chaperone as required j. Undertake venepuncture k. Administer vaccinations l. Carry out ear irrigation under the supervison of the practice nurse m. Carry out ECGs as requested n. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation o. Provide support during minor operations as required p. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session q. Ensure fridges are cleaned and temperatures recorded in accordance with guidance r. Assist in ensuring stocks of medical supplies are maintained in all clinical areas s. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice policy t. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate u. To undertake all training required by the Practice and maintain a personal development plan v. Attend all meetings required and participate in shared learning within the practice w. Take part in periodic appraisals required by the Practice x. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead y. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care z. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the rota