Job summary We are currently on the lookout for a positive and motivated individual to join our growing team as a Healthcare Assistant.The successful candidate will support the practice nursing and administrative teams inthe delivery of clinical and administrative services, working as part of thepractice multi-disciplinary team, delivering care within their scope ofpractice to the entitled patient population.
Main duties of the job The Healthcare Assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education.
About us Our mission statement is to be committed to providing high quality, patient centred care using a multi-disciplinary team approach, with patient and staff wellbeing at the heart of our Sarum Health Group family.Do you think you could fit in with our well-oiled unit here at Sarum Health Group?About us:12,433 patient practice in rural WiltshireMain surgery at Salisbury with branch surgery at LarkhillCQC rating GoodHigh QOF achievers due to our efficient admin support teamPart of the Salisbury Plain PCN with expanding team which includes for our practice Paramedic (Home Visiting Team), Clinical Pharmacist, Social Prescribers, First Contact Physiotherapist and a GPA.Workflow optimisation for data team, reduced admin for ANPsOn-site dispensary located in at our branch site in LarkhillSystmOne Web clinical system, also using Cinapsis, AccuRX, SystmConnect, T-Quest and TeamNet.Full complement administration team who oversee letter processing, insurance reports, solicitor reports and all other non-NHS works, safeguarding reports and referrals.Enhanced hours as part of our PCN network of practices1 intermediate care bed which we provide a weekly on-site clinic with limited number of patients.Nurse-led chronic disease clinics.Comprehensive clinical pathways that are ever evolving.Continued personal development support.
Job description Job responsibilities Primary responsibilities:The following are the core responsibilities of the Healthcare Assistant.
There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:Undertake new patient health checksSupport the Practice Nurse with health promotion programmesCarry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accuratelyFacilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordinglyUndertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as requiredSupport the Practice Nurse with the management of chronic disease clinicsCarry out BMI checks as directedAct as a chaperone as requiredWhen trained, undertake venepunctureWhen trained, administer flu vaccinationsCarry out ECGs as requestedEnsure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportationProvide support during minor operations, hepatology and sexual health clinics as requiredEnsure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each sessionEnsure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidanceEnsure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC policyDeliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriateSecondary responsibilities: In addition to the primaryresponsibilities, the Healthcare Assistant may be requested toParticipate in practice audit as directed bythe audit leadParticipate in local initiatives to enhanceservice delivery and patient careSupport and participate in shared learningwithin the organisationComplete opening and closing procedures inaccordance with the duty rota Person Specification Qualifications Essential Ability to work as part of a dedicated team in a busy friendly practice.
Training will be provided for the correct candiate.