Health Care Assistant – Grade 2

We are a busy surgery looking for a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our team. We currently provide care to over 17,000 patients in Bicester and the surrounding areas and as the town grows, so do we. Our Nursing team are an integral part of the practice providing care for our patients. The ideal candidate will have phlebotomy experience in a GP or other clinical setting with the qualifications, experience, and aptitude to work within a primary care team of GPs and Allied Healthcare Professionals. Our team includes Minor Illness practitioners, Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, Physiotherapists, Mental Health Workers, a Bicester wide Frailty Team, nurses - including specialists in Diabetes and Respiratory. The role is busy, challenging at times, and will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of patient care. Core responsibilities include: Phlebotomy - walk in blood clinic for up to 40 patients Measurement of legs for compression hosiery Remove wound closure materials including sutures, clips and staples New patient health checks ECG recording Basic chronic disease reviews Administer selected vaccines in accordance with the national schedule and legal authorisation. Working to in date PSD We are an innovative training practice with considerable experience in training doctors, medical students, and nurses, with a great team ethos across the whole Practice. Relevant Phlebotomy qualifications are required, and in-house training will be provided for the right candidate who will: Enjoy dealing with our patients both on the phone and in person Be organised and able to prioritise a busy workload Have excellent attention to detail Enjoy working as part of a busy team We are able to offer flexible working arrangements, no weekend working, a generous pension scheme, and five weeks paid holiday in addition to Bank Holidays. Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & well being programme On-site parking Job Types:

Part-time, Permanent Pay:

£13.50 per hour Expected hours:

18 – 25 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location:

In person Reference ID:

HCA - 2024

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