Health Care Assistant HCA

Overview

We are looking to recruit a Health Care Assistant on a full-time basis of 37.5 hours per week. Applications from both trainee and experienced HCAs are welcome. The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is crucial in supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care under the supervision of the Practice Lead Nurse. This role involves assisting with clinical tasks, patient management, and general administrative duties within the practice. The HCA contributes to the efficiency of the practice by performing a range of procedural and supportive tasks that facilitate improved patient experiences and health outcomes. The HCA will engage directly with patients, providing care that includes taking vital signs, conducting health checks, and supporting the nursing and medical staff with procedures. This role requires a compassionate approach to patient interactions and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care and confidentiality.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Support

Patient Preparation

Vital Signs Monitoring

Sample Collection

Health Checks

Chronic Disease Management

General: administer vaccines under PSDs and provide wound care

Administrative Tasks

Record Keeping

Appointment Scheduling

Stock Management

Cold chain

Patient Care

Patient Interaction

Supportive Care

Infection Control

Health Promotion

Educational Support

Community Engagement

Quality Improvement

Feedback Collection

About Gateshead HealthcareGateshead Healthcare is part of The Fuller and Forbes Partnership, a primary care provider with practices currently in Gateshead, Leeds, Burnley, Devon and Plymouth. Gateshead Healthcare has approximately 20,500 patients and a multidisciplinary team comprising GPs, ANPs, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants as well as wider PCN team including Physiotherapists, Pharmacists, Health and Well Being Coach and Community Psychiatric ..... full job details .....