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NHSJob SummaryTo 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.Responsibilities

Undertake new patient health checksSupport the practice nurse with health promotion programmesCarry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accuratelyFacilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordinglyUndertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as requiredSupport the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinicsCarry out BMI checks as directedAct as a chaperone as requiredWhen trained, undertake venepunctureWhen trained, administer flu vaccinesWhen trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the practice nurseCarry out ECGs as requestedEnsure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportationProvide support during minor operations as requiredEnsure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each sessionEnsure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidanceEnsure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policyDeliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriateSecondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the healthcare assistant may be required to undertake other tasks based on workload and staffing levels.Qualifications and Experience

Experience of working within a nursing team in a health care settingGSCE A-C in English and MathsPhlebotomy qualificationEssentialDisclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a DBS disclosure may be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer details

Employer name: Gibson Lane PracticeAddress: Gibson Lane Practice, 276 Gibson Lane, Kippax, Leeds, LS25 7JNEmployer''s website: https://www.gibsonlanepractice.co.uk/Job Details

Seniority level: Entry levelEmployment type: TemporaryJob function: Health Care ProviderIndustries: HospitalsJob Locations

Gibson Lane Practice; 276 Gibson Lane, Kippax, Leeds, LS25 7JNOther details: Date posted 02 September 2025; Duration 9 months; Working pattern Part-time; Salary depending on experience

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