HCA
Job Description
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our friendly team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in healthcare or a desire to develop within primary care. The successful candidate will work alongside our GPs, nurses, and wider healthcare team to support patient care.
Main duties of the job
As a vital part of the clinical team, the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) supports the practice by delivering high-quality patient care under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals. The role involves assisting with both clinical and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the practice.
- Patient Care & Support:
- Phlebotomy:
- Health Promotion:
- Chronic Disease Support:.
- Vaccinations & Injections:
- ECGs & Other Diagnostic Support:d.
- Wound Care & Dressings:
- Infection Control & Equipment Maintenance:
- Stock Management:
The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
About us
The Hill Surgery was established in October 2023 following the merger of Beaconsfield Road Surgery and Harold Road Surgery. As a newly formed practice, we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and professional environment.
Job responsibilities
Carrying out basic health checks (blood pressure, pulse, weight, height, BMI)
Assisting with chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes and hypertension reviews)
Administering flu and other vaccinations (training provided if Performing ECGs and phlebotomy
Providing lifestyle advice
Conducting NHS Health Checks
Supporting infection control and health promotion initiatives
Processing samples and maintaining clinical equipment
Administrative tasks to support patient care
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Carrying out basic health checks (blood pressure, pulse, weight, height, BMI)
- Assisting with chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes and hypertension reviews)
- Experience working in primary care
- Administering flu and other vaccinations
- Performing ECGs and phlebotomy
- Ear Syringe
- Providing lifestyle advice
- Conducting NHS Health Checks
- Supporting infection control and health promotion initiatives
- Processing samples and maintaining clinical equipment
- Administrative tasks to support patient care
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
- Qualified in Phlebotomy
- Have you completed the Care certificate
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 details
Employer name
The Hill Surgery
Address
The Hill Surgery
164 Harold Road
Hastings
England
TN35 5NH
