Senior Healthcare Assistant (Senior HCA)
West Pottergate Medical Practice
Norwich, NR2 4BXView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
Negotiable
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
15 November 2026
26 days leftJob description
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant (Senior HCA) to join a friendly, welcoming GP Surgery in central Norwic...
Key Responsibilities,
- Phlebotomy
- Blood pressure monitoring
- ECGs
- Health checks and NHS Health Checks
- Wound care and dressings
- Assisting with chronic disease reviews
- Health promotion including weight, height and lifestyle advice
- Diabetic pre assessments and foot checks
- Administering B12, flu and other vaccinations
- Urine checks
Additional Responsibilities,
- LD and ADHD checks
- Dementia reviews
- Supporting minor surgery clinics
The Healthcare Assistant will primarily support clinical and administrative services within the practice. While the role has defined core responsibilities, occasional additional duties may be required depending on workload and staffing levels.
West Pottergate Medical Practice is a small, welcoming practice committed to delivering the highest quality health care to our patients. We pride ourselves on beinginclusive, engaging, and patient-focused, which is reflected in our patient satisfaction.
Experience
Essential
- Phlebotomy certification
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Competence in ECGs
- Competence in venepuncture, including recording height, weight, BP, and pulse
- Ability to perform chaperone duties
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
15 October 2026
Last checked
16 October 2026
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About the employer
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