Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

The Healthcare Assistant will support the nursing and clinical teams across both practices by carrying out a range of delegated clinical tasks, supporting chronic disease management and health promotion activities, and ensuring high standards of patient care and safety. The role involves direct patient contact, accurate clinical record keeping, and preparing and maintaining clinical environments. The post holder will work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team and contribute to the smooth and effective running of clinical services across both sites whilst maintaining high standards of professionalism, confidentiality and patient care at all times.

Undertake new patient health checks and NHS Health Checks

Support chronic disease management clinics

Measure and record vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation)

Assist with diabetes care, wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures/staples (if trained)

Undertake venepuncture (phlebotomy) and ECGs

Urinalysis and specimen management

Act as chaperone when required

Assist during minor procedures and sexual health clinics

Support achievement of QOF indicators and targets

Prepare and maintain clinical rooms and equipment

Monitor fridge temperatures, vaccine storage, and cold chain compliance

Ensure safe handling and disposal of clinical waste and sharps

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across clinical areas

Record clinical activity accurately on EMIS Web

Maintain stock levels and health promotion materials

Participate in audits, service improvement initiatives, and practice meetings

Provide support to the wider team as required

Work within scope of practice and clinical protocols

Escalate concerns to senior clinicians promptly

Maintain patient confidentiality and data protection

Participate in appraisal, training, and professional development

Adhere to infection control and health & safety policies

Safely handle, store, and dispose of sharps and clinical waste

Use PPE and maintain hygiene standards

Identify and report hazards and infection risks

Safeguard children and vulnerable adults

Joint Working ArrangementThis post requires cross-site working between Magnolia House Surgery and Kings Corner Surgery. The successful candidate will benefit from exposure to a wide range of clinical practice, work within two well-established teams, and develop a broad skill set in primary care. Support, supervision, and training will be provided across both sites.

Part-time or full-time hours available

Structured induction and ongoing training provided

Opportunities for professional development and learning across both practices

Newly qualified HCAs are welcome to apply

are well-established GP practices serving the local Berkshire population. Both

practices are CQC rated Good, high QOF achievers, and training practices

with a strong commitment to education and development.

Our teams include GPs, Nurses, HCAs, ACPs, Paramedics,

Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Care Coordinators, Social

Prescribers and a dedicated administrative and management team. We work closely

within our Primary Care Network and local federation to deliver innovative and

effective care.

Both practices use EMIS Web and Docman and

have a strong culture of teamwork, support and continuous learning.

Skills and abilities

Desirable: - Experience using EMIS Web; - Competence in Microsoft Office and Outlook

Qualifications

Essential: - Healthcare qualification (Level 3 or 4) or working towards an equivalent; - Phlebotomy certification

Desirable: - Recognised HCA certifications and competencies relevant to primary care

Experience

Essential: - Experience working in a healthcare setting; - Experience of working with the general public

Desirable: - Experience of working in a GP practice or primary care environment; - Experience supporting chronic disease management and/or acute care