Health Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 March 2026 |
| Location: | Washington, NE37 2PU |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A0546-24-0028 |
Summary
The successful candidate must cover General Practice HCA duties delivering the highest level of care and assistance. Duties will include, but are not limited to; Phlebotomy, Assisting with long term conditions clinics such as diabetes, asthma, COPD.NHS Health Checks, Wound Management, Flu and Pneumonia vaccinations, Smoking Cessation, ECGs, BP checks,B12 injections, Suture and clip removal, Ordering nursing stock and equipment, Precise and accurate recording on patient records, You will work alongside the existing nursing team to ensure: Stock levels are maintained by ordering, rotation and sorting deliveries. Identifying the best places to purchase stocks and dealing with suppliers. Completion of cleanliness, infection prevention control measures and health and safety requirement of the role. Doctors are supported in their clinics. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all patients. This list is not exhaustive. Essential criteria: Will be expected to manage their own pre-booked clinics Will be able to undertake consultations within the designated times Able to work to a high standard of care under supervision Able to accept coaching and guidance Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills Good organisational and time management skills Adaptable to change Flexibility to handle different situations Be caring and compassionate in nature Be able to undertake mandatory training Computer literate Ability to work well within a team Further training opportunities are available both externally and within the surgery to expand your skills in areas of interest. Desirable experience: Care Certificate Medical administration (1 year) NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) EMIS knowledge