Healthcare Assistant (HCA)NHS

Job summary

Magnolia House Surgery and Kings Corner Surgery are working together to recruit a motivated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly, supportive teams. This joint role offers a unique opportunity to work across two well-established, high-performing GP practices located just one mile apart in Sunningdale and Sunninghill.

You will play a vital role in supporting our nursing and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care, including health promotion, preventative care and clinical support. Working across both practices will allow you to develop a broad range of skills, work with a diverse clinical team, and gain valuable experience within a forward-thinking primary care environment.

We are training practices with a strong emphasis on teamwork, learning and development, and we welcome applications from both experienced and newly qualified Healthcare Assistants. Part-time or full-time hours considered (please enquire for further information).

Main duties of the job

The Healthcare Assistant will support the nursing and clinical teams across both practices by carrying out a range of delegated clinical tasks, supporting chronic disease management and health promotion activities, and ensuring high standards of patient care and safety. The role involves direct patient contact, accurate clinical record keeping, and preparing and maintaining clinical environments. The post holder will work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team and contribute to the smooth and effective running of clinical services across both sites whilst maintaining high standards of professionalism, confidentiality and patient care at all times.

Job description

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Duties

• Undertake new patient health checks and NHS Health Checks
• Support chronic disease management clinics
• Measure and record vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation)
• Assist with diabetes care, wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures/staples (if trained)
• Undertake venepuncture (phlebotomy) and ECGs
• Urinalysis and specimen management
• Act as chaperone when required
• Assist during minor procedures and sexual health clinics
• Support achievement of QOF indicators and targets
• Administering Injections (with appropriate training and required paperwork complete)

Clinical Support & Environment

• Prepare and maintain clinical rooms and equipment
• Monitor fridge temperatures, vaccine storage, and cold chain compliance
• Ensure safe handling and disposal of clinical waste and sharps
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across clinical areas

Administrative & Practice Duties

• Record clinical activity accurately on EMIS Web
• Maintain stock levels and health promotion materials
• Participate in audits, service improvement initiatives, and practice meetings
• Provide support to the wider team as required

Professional Responsibilities

• Work within scope of practice and clinical protocols
• Escalate concerns to senior clinicians promptly
• Maintain patient confidentiality and data protection
• Participate in appraisal, training, and professional development

Health, Safety & Infection Control

• Adhere to infection control and health & safety policies
• Safely handle, store, and dispose of sharps and clinical waste
• Use PPE and maintain hygiene standards
• Identify and report hazards and infection risks
• Safeguard children and vulnerable adults

Joint Working ArrangementThis post requires cross-site working between Magnolia House Surgery and Kings Corner Surgery. The successful candidate will benefit from exposure to a wide range of clinical practice, work within two well-established teams, and develop a broad skill set in primary care. Support, supervision, and training will be provided across both sites.

Additional Information

• Part-time or full-time hours available
• Structured induction and ongoing training provided
• Opportunities for professional development and learning across both practices
• Newly qualified HCAs are welcome to apply

About us

Magnolia House Surgery and Kings Corner Surgery are well-established GP practices serving the local Berkshire population. Both practices are CQC rated Good, high QOF achievers, and training practices with a strong commitment to education and development.

Our teams include GPs, Nurses, HCAs, ACPs, Paramedics, Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Care Coordinators, Social Prescribers and a dedicated administrative and management team. We work closely within our Primary Care Network and local federation to deliver innovative and effective care.

Both practices use EMIS Web and Docman and have a strong culture of teamwork, support and continuous learning.