Healthcare Assistant

Main Duties of the Job The successful candidate will Undertake new patient health checks Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly Carry out BMI checks as directed Act as a chaperone as required When trained, undertake venepuncture When trained, administer flu vaccinations Support infection prevention and control IPC standards Maintain accurate clinical records using appropriate coding systems Carry out ECGs as requested When trained, to carry out ABPI When trained, to carry our FENO testing Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation Provide support during Coil and Minor Ops clinics as required Ensure clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team MDT and wider PCN Recognise clinical boundaries and refer appropriately to GPs or other professionals Support the delivery of QOF targets and enhanced services