HCA

Key duties and responsibilities NHS health checks Flu, B 12 and Vit D vaccinations LTC health checks Recalls Bowel cancer screening recalls Ordering of medical supplies Stock take of medical supplies Health care promotions Asthma checks Diabetic checks Clinical skills health and well-being Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received appropriate training: Completing full NHSHC assessments once trained appropriately and under supervision of PN / GPs support the clinicians with completing LCC templates/NHSHC templates and completing care plans for those under clinician supervision Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations: * Once trained to do so. Blood Pressure Pulse Rate And Rhythm Temperature Height And Weight – Body Mass Index Visual Acuity Venepuncture Spirometry Health advice for patients who seek support with losing

weight and those at risk of diabetes including referral to DPP. Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence