Job summary This position will be based at Conway Medical Centre and Church Street Surgery .The post holder works under direct supervision of the Practice Nurse Lead.
They will undertake tasks, including, blood pressure checks, venepuncture, ECGs and basic dressings providing highest quality care for our patients.
They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures.
Main duties of the job Responsibilities ofthe roleUndertake, recordand follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received appropriatetraining Urinalysis andpreparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routinepresentations: Blood pressure Pulse rate and rhythm Temperature Height andweight body mass index Visual acuity Venepuncture ECG Basic dressingsOrdering/maintaining stock levels and control in treatment area.
Prepare andmaintain environments during and after patient care interventions Perform new patient NHS Health checks Support thein house services for cardiology and long-term conditions Provide chaperoneservices for patients and clinicians Assist in raisingawareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted Give accurate andappropriate information to patients and groups within own competence About us About us:We are a friendlyenthusiastic and hardworking team with opportunities and will provide supportand development for anyone demonstrating capability, enthusiasm, commitment andstrong work ethic.
Job description Job responsibilities Undertake, recordand follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received appropriatetraining Urinalysis andpreparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory Measuring andrecording following physiological measurements in routine presentations: Blood pressure Pulse rate andrhythm Temperature Height and weight body mass index Visual acuity Venepuncture ECG Basic dressingsOrdering and maintaining stock levels and control in treatment area.
Prepare andmaintain environments during and after patient care interventions Perform newpatient health checks Support thein-house services for cardiology and long-term conditions Provide chaperoneservices for patients and clinicians Assist in raisingawareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted Give accurate andappropriate information to patients and groups within own competenceResponsibility forInformation Processes Recordinformation and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurateand timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate Maintainconfidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and thepractice Take thenecessary precautions when transmitting information Understand andfollow the requirements of confidentiality (including the Data Protection Act)and the Freedom of Information Act and to refer on any queries as appropriate.
Follow Practicepolicy regarding the use of email and computer tasks as the main internalmethod of non-verbal communication and the use of the intranet and the internetas the main source of internal and external information, including theretrieval of relevant information for patients on their condition.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Person Specification Qualifications Essential Performing Phlebotomy in Primary Care Willingness to undertake further training Desirable NVQ Level 2/3 or QCF Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health Care GCSE Grade A-C English and Mathematics Experience Essential Experience in the NHS or a GP surgery Experience of dealing with the public/patients Skills/Knowledge Essential Demonstrates a basic understanding of the needs of the patient and the role of the HCA An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Ability to use own judgment, resourcefulness and common sense Ability to communicate effectively Ability to deal tactfully and empathetically with distressed or anxious patients Ability to work within a team and on own Ability to work to scheduled timelines Ability to prioritise own workload Desirable Ability to handle simple medical equipment ECG machine, spirometry Competent in basic health care assistant duties Computer & IT skills Able and willing to teach others Other Essential Possess a pleasant and polite manner Demonstrate care, compassion and empathy Take pride in their job and respect others equally Able to demonstrate enthusiasm for developing Clinical skills and competency relevant to the role Be punctual Be methodical and accurate Able to work flexible hours Desirable Desirable NVQ Level 2/3 or QCF Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health Care GCSE Grade A-C English and Mathematics Experience in the NHS or a GP surgery Experience of dealing with the public/patients Qualifications Essential Person Specification Qualifications Essential Performing Phlebotomy in Primary Care Willingness to undertake further training Desirable NVQ Level 2/3 or QCF Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health Care GCSE Grade A-C English and Mathematics Experience Essential Experience in the NHS or a GP surgery Experience of dealing with the public/patients Skills/Knowledge Essential Demonstrates a basic understanding of the needs of the patient and the role of the HCA An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Ability to use own judgment, resourcefulness and common sense Ability to communicate effectively Ability to deal tactfully and empathetically with distressed or anxious patients Ability to work within a team and on own Ability to work to scheduled timelines Ability to prioritise own workload Desirable Ability to handle simple medical equipment ECG machine, spirometry Competent in basic health care assistant duties Computer & IT skills Able and willing to teach others Other Essential Possess a pleasant and polite manner Demonstrate care, compassion and empathy Take pride in their job and respect others equally Able to demonstrate enthusiasm for developing Clinical skills and competency relevant to the role Be punctual Be methodical and accurate Able to work flexible hours Desirable Desirable NVQ Level 2/3 or QCF Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health Care GCSE Grade A-C English and Mathematics Experience in the NHS or a GP surgery Experience of dealing with the public/patients