Healthcare Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly GP practice team.

We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic and motivated individual to take on the post of Healthcare Assistant (HCA). The successful candidate will support clinicians in delivering high quality, patient-centred care. You will work closely with GP's, Practice nurses and administrative staff to ensure a smooth, efficient service and a positive experience for our patients.

This is a 22.5 hour role, covering Wednesday-Friday each week.

• Perform clinical observations, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight and BMI
• Undertake phlebotomy and obtain samples for testing
• Support chronic disease management reviews under the guidance of the nursing team
• Administer selected vaccines and injections
• Conduct NHS Health Checks and support health promotion activity
• Prepare and maintain clinical rooms, ensuring equipment is clean and stocked
• Accurately record patient information using clinical systems
• Support clinicians during minor surgery and coil clinics
• Provide high-quality, compassionate patient care at all times.

Lane End Surgery is a friendly, community-focused GP practice based in Newcastle. We are proud of the warm, supportive atmosphere we've built for both our patients and our staff. Our team works closely together, valuing communication and a genuine desire to help people feel cared for and listened to.

Staff wellbeing and development matter to us, and we encourage everyone in the team to grow, share ideas and play an active role in shaping how we deliver care.

Please see main duties above.

You will work with our clinical team, supporting the services we offer our patients.

• - Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• - Able to work independently and as part of a team
• - Good IT skills and confidence using IT systems
• - Understanding of infection control and confidentiality principles
• - Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant
• - Experience supporting chronic disease reviews
• - Knowledge of Systm One primary care clinical software

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Depending on experience £13.30 - £13.66 per hour depending on experience