Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Fuller and Forbes Partnership, Ottery St Mary, Devon

Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

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Fuller and Forbes Partnership, Ottery St Mary, Devon

  • Part time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 22 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 881a74d9540d4840845c206184297a91

Full Job Description

We are looking to recruit a HCA, on a part time basis. We are open to applications from both trainee and experienced HCAs, and also those with solely a phlebotomy qualification.

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., 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:

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Coleridge Medical Centre is part of The Fuller and Forbes Partnership, a primary care provider with practices currently in Devon, Leeds, Burnley and Gateshead. The practice has approximately 16,000 patients and a multidisciplinary team comprising GPs, ANPs, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, and a GPA. We strive to fulfil our practice values of approachability, teamwork, communication and respect.