Healthcare assistant

To provide Health Care Assistant (HCA) services to the practice population(s). Will work under indirect supervision of the practice nurse team leader supported by the nursing team within the practice, the Health Care Assistant (HCA) will deliver treatment and care within the boundaries of their role and in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols as delegated. Responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision making within the parameters of their qualifications and role requirements. They will focus upon supporting patients to be healthy by assessing their needs, providing HCA care, health education advice, screening activities, implementing care at the surgery, community or other settings, maintaining clinically accurate records and running clinics. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients and support the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing HCA guidance as
required. You may be expected to supervise more junior members of staff where appropriate.