Join to apply for theHealth Care Assistantrole atNHS 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theHealth Care Assistantrole atNHS Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job SummaryThis is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant to join our practice team to undertake all aspects of Health Care Assistant role. Job SummaryThis is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant to join our practice team to undertake all aspects of Health Care Assistant role.Main duties of the jobThe HCA role is to assist our GP's and Nurses in the delivery of care for our patients. Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be confined to: -New patient health checks and NHS Health Checks. Venepuncture and the taking and preparing of pathology samples. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate. Calculate weight and height measurements, calculate BMI and blood sugar levels, recording findings accurately onto our clinical system. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required. Chaperoning duties Flu vaccinations, B12, Shingles, pneumonia vaccines etc under PSD. Carry out ECGs as requested. Carry out spirometry testing. Ensure all clinicals rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session. Ensure fridges are routinely cleaned in accordance with guidance. Twice daily fridge temperature monitoring. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the IPC policy. Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted. Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and wellbeing. Infection Control procedures are adhered to. Complete administrative duties as required. Ensure clinical waste collections run smoothly, reporting any problems to the nursing team.About UsThis is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant to join our practice team.Greasbrough Medical Centre is an innovative busy, friendly practice of 3,400 patients we operate on TPP SystmOne and general office computer systems. Our practice team is committed to providing a high standard of clinical care and an excellent service to patients. We have a strong multidisciplinary team comprising of two GPs, Practice Nurse, Clinical Pharmacist, HCA and Counsellor. We also have an experienced medical support team of administrators.DetailsDate posted30 July 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference numberA1568-25-0002Job locationsMunsbrough RiseGreasbroughRotherhamSouth YorkshireS61 4RBJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesTo undertake and record the following tasks (not exhaustive)Height weight (BMI) Blood pressure Pulse Temperature Venepuncture ECG'S Urinalysis Peak flow rates Diabetic Foot Checks NHS health checks smoking cessation Administer FLU/pneumococcal vaccines under PSD Administer B12 injections under PSD Spirometry/Reversibility under PSD ABPM Chronic disease management as applicable recognise changes and abnormalities in patients conditions and act accordingly - notifying GP/Nurse of any significant issues Stock control and ordering Fridge temperature recording Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory/ contractual/ professional requirements and good practice guidelines. Act as chaperone Maintain confidentiality Recall system for clinics Undertake administrative duties when required assisting with QOF Make suggestions for ongoing development Processing of patient samples safe management of sharps procedures, including training , use, storage and disposal waste management spillage control procedures make effective use of training to update knowledge and skillsJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo undertake and record the following tasks (not exhaustive)Height weight (BMI) Blood pressure Pulse Temperature Venepuncture ECG'S Urinalysis Peak flow rates Diabetic Foot Checks NHS health checks smoking cessation Administer FLU/pneumococcal vaccines under PSD Administer B12 injections under PSD Spirometry/Reversibility under PSD ABPM Chronic disease management as applicable recognise changes and abnormalities in patients conditions and act accordingly - notifying GP/Nurse of any significant issues Stock control and ordering Fridge temperature recording Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory/ contractual/ professional requirements and good practice guidelines. Act as chaperone Maintain confidentiality Recall system for clinics Undertake administrative duties when required assisting with QOF Make suggestions for ongoing development Processing of patient samples safe management of sharps procedures, including training , use, storage and disposal waste management spillage control procedures make effective use of training to update knowledge and skillsPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialQualified to NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social CareDesirableQualified to NVQ Level 2 Working in GP PracticePerson SpecificationEssentialQualified to NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social CareDesirableQualified to NVQ Level 2 Working in GP PracticeDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameGreasbrough Medical CentreAddressMunsbrough RiseGreasbroughRotherhamSouth YorkshireS61 4RBEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameGreasbrough Medical CentreAddressMunsbrough RiseGreasbroughRotherhamSouth YorkshireS61 4RBEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ Seniority levelSeniority level Entry level Employment typeEmployment type Part-time Job functionJob function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NHS by 2x Get notified about new Healthcare Assistant jobs inRotherham, England, United Kingdom . 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Health Care Assistant