Health Care Assistant in the Prevention and Outreach team at Taurus Healthcare, the GP Federation's provider arm. The post supports urgent and extended access clinics and planned prevention work, such as NHS Health Checks, lung cancer screening and point-of-care testing, under registered clinicians. It mixes community outreach, clinical work and some remote screening admin, with in-hours and out-of-hours shifts and flexible 0-hour contracts. Visa sponsorship is not offered, so applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
What the job involves
- Deliver NHS Health Checks, including cardiovascular and lifestyle risk assessments
- Support the lung cancer screening programme, including pre-assessment checks and data collection
- Carry out clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, ECGs, urinalysis and physiological observations
- Undertake point-of-care testing
- Hold brief health and wellbeing conversations using MECC principles and signpost to smoking cessation and lifestyle services
- Work at community events and outreach sessions to reach people who do not routinely use primary care
- Record clinical information and outcomes accurately on EMIS Web
- Prepare, maintain and clean clinical environments and assist clinicians during minor procedures
- Carry out equipment checks, quality control tests and cold chain and fridge temperature monitoring
- Maintain stock of equipment and clinical supplies, and handle, store and dispose of equipment and waste safely
- Undertake simple wound care and dressings, act as chaperone, and respond to urgent or emergency situations
- Work with nurses, clinicians and community partners to reduce health inequalities, and identify carers
What’s required
Qualifications
- GCSE standard or equivalent, minimum 3 at grade C/4 or above
- Commitment to ongoing mandatory training and development
Experience
- Experience of working in a health and social care organisation
- Experience maintaining accurate records and data systems
- Understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong organisation and ability to manage competing priorities
- Confidence working within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to accurately input, maintain and retrieve data
Checks & eligibility
- Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship
Other
- Calm and resilient under pressure
- Reliable, dependable and proactive
- Friendly, approachable and professional
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Flexible and adaptable to changing demands
- Team player who works collaboratively
Nice to have
- Phlebotomy competency
- Experience of EMIS Web
- Flexibility across enhanced access and prevention services, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
- Full clean driving licence
- NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care, or Care Certificate
- Experience of NHS Health Checks and/or screening programmes
- Experience or knowledge of point-of-care testing
- Previous Health Care Assistant experience
What’s offered
- NHS pension scheme with 23.78% employer contribution
- 33 to 38 days annual leave including bank holidays, depending on service, pro rata for part-time staff
- Employee benefits programme (Vivup), including 24/7 access to counselling
- Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes
- Discounts from national retailers and the Blue Light discount scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Supportive clinical supervision
- Role that can work alongside school or other commitments
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Healthcare Assistant (HCA) employer: Taurus Healthcare Limited
Taurus Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Advanced Clinical Practitioners. With access to a generous NHS pension scheme, extensive annual leave, and a comprehensive Employee Benefits Programme, employees are well-cared for both professionally and personally. The organisation prioritises employee growth through clinical leadership opportunities and a commitment to service innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in healthcare.
