Job summary
We are seeking a friendly, organised, and reliable Healthcare Assistant to join our busy GP Practice team. To provide high-quality clinical assistance to the multidisciplinary team; delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centred care. The post holder will undertake delegated clinical tasks within their scope of competence, supporting the delivery of effective primary care services.

Main duties of the job
Working under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or GP:

• Measure and record: blood pressure, height and weight Body Mass Index (BMI), pulse and respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation
• Perform venepuncture (where trained and competent).
• Undertake NHS Health Check observations and support screening programmes.
• Carry out ECG recordings (where trained) and 24 hour blood pressure monitors for patients.
• Perform urinalysis and prepare patient specimens for laboratory collection.
• Support wound care and dressing clinics as delegated.
• Assist with Diabetic Clinics (where trained and competent).
• Assist with health promotion and lifestyle advice.
• Carry out new patient checks.
• Carry out phlebotomy duties, including dealing with incoming blood results according to Practice policy.
• Smoking cessation.
• INR Clinics, home visits INR monitoring for housebound patients.
• Prepare clinical rooms and equipment before and after clinics.
• Clean and decontaminate equipment in accordance with infection prevention and control procedures.
• Monitor and replenish clinical stock and supplies.
• Chaperone patients during examinations where appropriate.
• Report abnormalities or concerns promptly to the supervising clinician.

About us
The successful candidate will be part of a supportive and professional team committed to delivering high-quality patient care, with opportunities for training and ongoing development.

Our practice is situated in Hampton a leafy London suburb, serving a patient population of approximately 11,000. We have a long and successful history of involvement with medical training and education and are part of a friendly and dynamic PCN.

Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: A4902-26-0002

Essential experience

• Experience in an administrative or customer service role.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment or willingness to undertake HCA training.
• Good IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• The part-time position is 24hrs per week, 3 x 8hr days including a late Thursday evening (until 8:30pm).

Desirable experience

• Previous experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting.
• Venepuncture competency.
• ECG competency.
• Experience using GP clinical systems (such as EMIS Web or SystmOne).
• Knowledge of NHS administrative procedures and Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF).

Essential qualifications

• Good standard of general education (GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics).

Desirable qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• 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.

Apply through our website or contact Sylwia Mroczek at sylwia.mroczek@nhs.net

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