Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant / phlebotomist to join a friendly team in our busy, rural practice.

We are based over three surgeries (Pateley Bridge, HG3 5AT, Dacre, HG3 4DX, Birstwith, HG3 3AJ). (Please note we are not in central Harrogate).

18 hours per week over 3 mornings.

Own transport is essential.

Ability to cover colleagues' leave required.

Experience preferred but not necessary.

Previous applicants need not apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for

employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual

orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Assist and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by the Partners, Practice Manager or Practice Nursing Staff. Such tasks may include:

Venepuncture

Blood pressure measurements

New patient medicals

NHS health checks

Urinalysis

ECG recording

Processing and management of laboratory samples

Routine immunisations

Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician

Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fitting

Supporting nursing team with management of patients with chronic diseases

Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to nurses or GPs as appropriate

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 18 per week

Work Location: In person