Job Description

To work without direct supervision and support the clinical team in the delivery of clinical services. Work as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education
Main duties of the job
Provide phlebotomy
Under take various health checks - to include NHS Health Checks, Pre-Diabetes Learning Disability, SMI etc
Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, temperature, urinalysis etc
Chronic disease management, including diabetic foot checks
Administer vaccines flu, pneumococcal, shingles, B12
Carry out ear irrigation
Undertake wound care & dressings
Suture/Staple removal
Carry out ECG testing
Minor operation set up/assistance
Assist in the call and recall systems in relation to: chronic disease management; immunisation, cervical cytology screening etc
Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Domiciliary service to patients
Support the Practice with health promotion programmes
Act as a chaperone when required
Assist in audits as required
Stock checks & ensuring adequate supply of materials
Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
Carry out relevant clerical duties as required in relation to the role
This job description is not meant to be exhaustive but is merely indicative of the main duties involved
About us
Our team consists of GP's, GP Registrars, Physician Assistants, Practice Manager, Assistant Practice Manager, Team Leader, Practice Nurse, HealthCare Assistant and Care Navigators. We also have a pharmacist based at the practice.
We are a friendly but professional team of hardworking & dedicated people
Details
Date posted
19 November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
12.21 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
A3344-25-0007
Job locations
112 Weoley Park Road
Selly Oak
Birmingham
B29 5HA
Grange Hill Surgery
41 Grange Hill Road
Birmingham
B38 8RF
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide phlebotomy
Under take various health checks - to include NHS Health Checks, Pre-Diabetes Learning Disability, SMI etc
Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, temperature, urinalysis etc
Chronic disease management, including diabetic foot checks
Administer vaccines flu, pneumococcal, shingles, B12
Carry out ear irrigation
Undertake wound care & dressings
Suture/Staple removal
Carry out ECG testing
Minor operation set up/assistance
Assist in the call and recall systems in relation to: chronic disease management; immunisation, cervical cytology screening etc
Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Domiciliary service to patients
Support the Practice with health promotion programmes
Act as a chaperone when required
Assist in audits as required
Stock checks & ensuring adequate supply of materials
Record fridge temperatures and report any issues immediately
Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
Carry out relevant clerical duties as required in relation to the role
Organise own workload
Personally and accurately record all healthcare activity within the patients clinical records
Report all matters pertaining to patient care changes in condition/circumstances to a relevant member of the clinic team as a matter of priority
Communicate courteously and effectively with patients, relatives and carers
Work in a flexible manner to meet the needs of the service and as directed by the GP Partners & Practice Manager
Be aware of statutory national requirements relevant to the job function (e.g. Health and Safety at Work Act)
Ensure working areas are kept neat and tidy
This job description is not meant to be exhaustive but is merely indicative of the main duties involved, however the post holder may at times be required to carry out other duties not listed
Work safely at all times in accordance with Legislative requirements and Practice Policy and Procedures
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide phlebotomy
Under take various health checks - to include NHS Health Checks, Pre-Diabetes Learning Disability, SMI etc
Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, temperature, urinalysis etc
Chronic disease management, including diabetic foot checks
Administer vaccines flu, pneumococcal, shingles, B12
Carry out ear irrigation
Undertake wound care & dressings
Suture/Staple removal
Carry out ECG testing
Minor operation set up/assistance
Assist in the call and recall systems in relation to: chronic disease management; immunisation, cervical cytology screening etc
Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Domiciliary service to patients
Support the Practice with health promotion programmes
Act as a chaperone when required
Assist in audits as required
Stock checks & ensuring adequate supply of materials
Record fridge temperatures and report any issues immediately
Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
Carry out relevant clerical duties as required in relation to the role
Organise own workload
Personally and accurately record all healthcare activity within the patients clinical records
Report all matters pertaining to patient care changes in condition/circumstances to a relevant member of the clinic team as a matter of priority
Communicate courteously and effectively with patients, relatives and carers
Work in a flexible manner to meet the needs of the service and as directed by the GP Partners & Practice Manager
Be aware of statutory national requirements relevant to the job function (e.g. Health and Safety at Work Act)
Ensure working areas are kept neat and tidy
This job description is not meant to be exhaustive but is merely indicative of the main duties involved, however the post holder may at times be required to carry out other duties not listed
Work safely at all times in accordance with Legislative requirements and Practice Policy and Procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
• Phlebotomy Certification

Desirable

• Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level

Disclosure and Barring Service
Essential

• Disclosure and barring service check

Experience
Essential

• Experience as a Health Care Assistant
• Experience in administering vaccines flu, pneumococcal etc
• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a health care setting

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
• Phlebotomy Certification

Desirable

• Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level

Disclosure and Barring Service
Essential

• Disclosure and barring service check

Experience
Essential

• Experience as a Health Care Assistant
• Experience in administering vaccines flu, pneumococcal etc
• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a health care setting

Skills Required