GP Health Care Assistant - GP Practice SE23

Core Responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Healthcare Assistant in supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. From time to time, additional duties may be required depending on service needs, workload, and staffing levels. Assess patient needs through consultation with patients and, where appropriate, their families or carers. Deliver and support treatment, preventative care, health promotion, long-term condition management, and patient education under the direction of the clinical team. Work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary primary care team. Provide clinical support to Practice Nurses, GPs, and other healthcare professionals within the organisation. Deliver delegated clinical interventions within the scope of the role, contributing to continuity of care and patient safety. Act as a chaperone in accordance with practice policy. Ensure specimens are appropriately labelled, recorded, stored, and prepared for onward transportation. Assist clinicians during minor surgical procedures and other treatments as required. Ensure clinical waste is disposed of safely and sharps bins are managed in accordance with the Practice Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Policy. Work in line with national guidance, local protocols, and practice procedures at all times. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and comply with all policies relating to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Recognise the limits of own competence and refer patients appropriately when necessary. Support the delivery of enhanced services and other contractual service requirements. Provide administrative support to the practice team as required. Complete all mandatory training, induction programmes, and continuing professional development requirements. Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives. Maintain a clean, safe, organised, and effective working environment. Performance and Development The post holder will participate in a formal annual appraisal with their line manager. Performance and development objectives will be reviewed regularly throughout the year to support ongoing professional development and ensure service objectives are met.