Health Care Assistant

Identify, and participate as appropriate, in treatment plans for patients both at risk of developing a long-term condition and with a diagnosed chronic disease. Long-term condition reviews NHS Health checks Dressing and wound management, including compression bandaging/hosiery and leg Ulcer care. Suture and clip removal. Aid/chaperone to GP during clinical procedures, e.g. minor operations etc. Specimen collection e.g. msu, pregnancy tests, occult blood, faeces for O&S, sputum, etc. The HCA will be responsible for labelling samples, form filling and ensuring timely preparation of specimens for collection to laboratory. General observations e.g. BP, pulse and temperature. ECG Use and care of nebulisers. The HCA will be responsible for upkeep and maintenance of medical equipment. Ensure the maintenance of stock levels in the Treatment Room relating to patient care. Vaccinations/Injections Flu vaccination clinics/any other vaccination clinics as deemed appropriate. Any other routine injection e.g., B12, Shingles, Pneumococcal etc Person Specification Good IT skills Team player Enthusiastic Flexible approach

Can Do person Job Types

Part-time, Permanent Monday OFF Tuesday 13:30 18:00 (4.5) Wednesday 13:30 18:00 (4.5) Thursday 13:30 18:00 (4.5) Friday 13:30 18:00 (4.5)