Healthcare Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities: Phlebotomy Undertake new patient health checks Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, height, weight, BMI and record findings accurately Undertake wound care, dressings, removal of stitches/clips and other clinical tasks as required Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics Act as a chaperone as required Carry out ECGs as requested Provide support during minor operations as required Spirometry Urinalysis Vaccinations and injections under PSDs Ear irrigation Ensure specimens/lab samples are processed, recorded and ready for onward transportation Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately cleaned, stocked and prepared for each session Ensure fridges are monitored with accurate recording and cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins
replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of medical equipment