Health Care Assistant

OverviewJoin to apply for the Health Care Assistant role at NHS. Auckland Surgery seeks a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join our primary care team. This role focuses on supporting preventive healthcare services, while providing essential clinical and administrative support to ensure high-quality patient care within our practice.

Key responsibilities

Take detailed patient medical histories and family health backgrounds

Perform venipuncture and collect blood samples for diagnostic testing

Carry out vital sign monitoring including blood pressure, pulse, and height measurements

Support vaccination programs including seasonal flu immunizations

Maintain accurate clinical records and input data into practice management systems

Perform simple dressing changes

Support the surgery in achieving QOF points, help with long-term condition reviews e.g. diabetic physical checks

Administer B12 injections

Health Assessment and Screening

Evaluate cardiovascular, diabetes, and kidney disease risk factors using established protocols

Follow current NHS guidelines for health screening procedures

Coordinate follow-up care based on assessment outcomes

Collaborate with clinical staff regarding patient results requiring medical review

About the practiceWork collaboratively with nurses, GPs, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

DetailsDate posted: 21 August 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £13.50 to £14 an hour Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Location: Auckland Surgery, 84A Auckland Road, Croydon, London SE19 2DF

Job description and responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Take detailed patient medical histories and family health backgrounds

Perform venipuncture and collect blood samples for diagnostic testing

Carry out vital sign monitoring including blood pressure, pulse, and height measurements

Support vaccination programs including seasonal flu immunizations

Maintain accurate clinical records and input data into practice management systems

Perform simple dressing changes

Support the surgery in achieving QOF points, help with long-term condition reviews e.g. diabetic physical checks

Administer B12 injections

Health Assessment and Screening

Evaluate cardiovascular, diabetes, and kidney disease risk factors using established protocols

Follow current NHS guidelines for health screening procedures

Coordinate follow-up care based on assessment outcomes

Collaborate with clinical staff regarding patient results requiring medical review

Patient Care Management

Identify and contact patients eligible for health screening programs

Schedule appointments and manage clinic capacity effectively

Handle patient inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality

Reduce non-attendance rates through effective patient communication

Collect pre-appointment information to optimize consultation time

Qualifications and experienceEssential

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care/Care Certificate or equivalent

Previous experience working as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) or Health Care Support Worker

Evidence of continuing professional development and education to maintain up-to-date knowledge

Desirable

Foundation degree or Associate Practitioner qualification

Leadership/supervisory training

Training in coaching, motivational interviewing, or care navigation

Experience

Minimum of 2 years experience as a Health Care Assistant

Experience in a primary care, GP surgery, or community health setting

Experience in a multidisciplinary team (MDT)

Experience conducting clinical observations and holistic assessments

Understanding of protocols and clinical guidelines

Ability to manage change and support patients to change lifestyle

Good understanding of clinical governance

Other information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration

Employer detailsAuckland Surgery

Address: 84A Auckland Road, Croydon, London SE19 2DF

Employer website: https://www.aucklandsurgery.co.uk/

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