Job Description

We are looking for a healthcare assistant or senior healthcare assistant based at our Ilkley site for IG Medical with cross-cover at Grassington Medical Centre when required.
I G Medical is a multi site 18000 patient list size practice with a large and diverse clinical team.
We offer training and development for all our staff plus additional staff benefits.
Main duties of the job
To support the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services, working 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
About us
IG Medical is situated in West Yorkshire, we have 2 sites Ilkley Moor Medical Practice set in the picturesque town of Ilkley and Grassington Medical Centre in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. We are a training practice and are a caring, forward thinking, committed team, whose aim is to improve the health of our community by delivering high quality patient care, whilst maintaining a fulfilling working environment for all.
Our clinical team includes 5 GP Partners, salaried GP's, Advanced Clinical Practitioners and our nursing team consists of Practice Nurses and Health Care Assistants. All supported by our hardworking Managers, reception and administrative teams.
Employees of IG Medical are enrolled in Sovereign Healthcare Asset Level 2, which includes store discounts, and NHS Pension.
Details
Date posted
02 December 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A1053-25-0014
Job locations
Springs Medical Centre
Springs Lane
Ilkley
West Yorkshire
LS29 8TH
Grassington Medical Centre
9 Station Road
Grassington
Skipton
North Yorkshire
BD23 5LS
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. Undertake new patient health checks
b. Support the practice nurses with health promotion programmes
c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately
d. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
e. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
f. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
g. Carry out BMI checks as directed
h. Act as a chaperone as required
i. Undertake venepuncture
j. Administer flu vaccinations/B12 injections
k. Carry out ear irrigation
l. Carry out ECGs as requested
m. Deliver of domicilary service in the community
n. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
o. Provide support during minor operations as required
p. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
q. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance
r. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy
s. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
t. Use of clinical system software for audit purposes Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. Undertake new patient health checks
b. Support the practice nurses with health promotion programmes
c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately
d. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
e. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
f. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
g. Carry out BMI checks as directed
h. Act as a chaperone as required
i. Undertake venepuncture
j. Administer flu vaccinations/B12 injections
k. Carry out ear irrigation
l. Carry out ECGs as requested
m. Deliver of domicilary service in the community
n. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
o. Provide support during minor operations as required
p. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
q. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance
r. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy
s. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
t. Use of clinical system software for audit purposes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Essential Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4)
• Phlebotomy certification
• Ear syringing certification

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of working with the general public Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples ECGs Venepuncture New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse Ability to record accurate clinical notes Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
• Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.

Desirable

• Chaperone procedure
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Systmone user skills.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Essential Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4)
• Phlebotomy certification
• Ear syringing certification

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of working with the general public Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples ECGs Venepuncture New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse Ability to record accurate clinical notes Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
• Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.

Desirable

• Chaperone procedure
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Systmone user skills.

Skills Required