Job summary
We are looking to recruit a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly general practice team, working across our 4 Bexhill practices. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting the nursing team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to our patients.
Main duties of the job
- Undertake clinical activities including ECG's, blood tests, wound care, and NHS health checks.
- Support annual health promotion activities (for diabetes and anti-coagulation).
- Process samples and maintain accurate patient records using clinical templates.
- Monitor and maintain infection control standards, including fridge temperature checks and COSHH compliance.
- Assist with weekly checks of stock and calibration of equipment.
- Manage stock rotation and ordering of medical supplies and equipment as required.
- Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues, adapting to different needs and cultural backgrounds.
- Ensure adherence to practice policies and procedures, safeguarding, and health and safety requirements.
About us
Vita Healthcare has 8 GP practices in Eastbourne, Bexhill and Seaford.
We have a nursing team consisting of ANP's, Practice Nurses, Nurse Associate's, Health Care Assistant's and Phlebotomists.
We work closely with the General Practitioners, Paramedic Practitioners and allied healthcare professionals.
In Bexhill our practices we look after around 17,000 patients.
Job responsibilities
As part of Nursing Team and following training you may undertake:
- measurement of height, weight, blood pressure
- urine analysis
- patient NHS health checks and annual health checks
- Carrying out ECGs and 24hr BP monitoring
- Spirometry screening and FeNO measurements
- Warfarin reviews
- Phlebotomy
- Simple dressings
- Compression bandaging and complex wound care with training
- Administration of B12 injections
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in Primary Care
Desirable
- Familiar with EMIS clinical system
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English A to C
- Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) or NVQ/OCF level 2 or 3
- in Healthcare or equivalent
- Successful completion of the Care Certificate (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Qualified in phlebotomy
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name: Vita Healthcare
Address: Collington Surgery, 23 Terminus Road, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex, TN39 3LR, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.vita.healthcare/
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Nurse manager Sandra Punchard, sandra.punchard@nhs.net
Details
Date posted: 05 October 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: A2138-26-0000
Job locations: Collington Surgery, 23 Terminus Road, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex, TN39 3LR, United Kingdom
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Health Care Assistant employer: Vita Healthcare
Vita Healthcare is an excellent employer for Salaried GPs, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment across beautiful East Sussex. With a focus on employee growth and development, our multidisciplinary team ensures that you can thrive while providing high-quality care to our diverse patient base. Enjoy the benefits of working in a dynamic setting that values your contributions and fosters a culture of teamwork and innovation.
