Health Care AssistantNHS

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join the friendly and supportive clinical team at Rothwell & Desborough Healthcare Group.

The post holder will support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care as part of the multidisciplinary team, working across both Rothwell Medical Centre and Desborough Surgery. The role involves delivering a range of clinical duties, supporting long-term condition management, health promotion, and preventative care services.

The successful candidate will work independently within their scope of practice while also supporting GPs, practice nurses, and the wider team to ensure safe, effective, and responsive patient care.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver a range of clinical procedures including phlebotomy, ECGs, wound care, and injections (e.g. B12 where appropriate)
• Support long-term condition (LTC) monitoring, including basic reviews such as blood pressure and lifestyle assessments
• Carry out NHS Health Checks and promote health and wellbeing initiatives
• Perform routine observations such as blood pressure monitoring and urinalysis where required
• Support national and local vaccination programmes, including flu campaigns
• Assist in health promotion and patient education to encourage healthy lifestyles
• Maintain accurate clinical records using SystmOne in line with practice protocols
• Act as a chaperone and assist GPs and nurses during patient examinations and procedures
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards at all times
• Undertake stock checks and support cold chain management of vaccines and medications
• Recognise and escalate any concerns about patient health or safeguarding in line with practice policies
• Work both independently and collaboratively within the clinical team

Job description

Clinical

• Perform venepuncture (essential) and ensure safe specimen handling
• Undertake ECGs and basic diagnostic procedures
• Provide wound care and dressings in line with protocols
• Administer injections within scope of practice and training
• Deliver NHS Health Checks and support preventative healthcare services
• Monitor blood pressure and other routine observations
• Support LTC management through basic monitoring and patient engagement
• Promote health education and lifestyle advice to patients
• Assist with vaccination programmes including seasonal flu
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records using SystmOne

Professional

• Work within competency and seek support where appropriate
• Maintain confidentiality and GDPR compliance at all times
• Adhere to infection control, health and safety, and practice policies
• Participate in training and ongoing professional development
• Support a positive learning and team environment

Operational

• Maintain clinical stock levels and carry out regular stock checks
• Ensure cold chain processes are followed correctly
• Support smooth day-to-day running of clinical services
• Assist clinicians during procedures and provide chaperone support

About us

We are a two-site practice located in the towns of Rothwell and Desborough (1 mile apart), with a combined list size of approximately 22,000 patients, which continues to grow.

Our team includes 7 GP partners, 8 salaried GPs, nurse practitioners, practice nurses, and HCAs. We are supported by an experienced management, administrative, secretarial, and reception team.

We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment. As a growing and forward-thinking practice, we are looking for a Healthcare Assistant who is passionate about general practice and motivated to contribute to excellent patient outcomes.