Job requirements
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Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience working in a general practice or primary care setting.
- Experience
Competence in venepuncture, immunisations, and basic clinical assessments.
- Experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience
Flexibility to work across multiple sites.
- Experience
Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
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Are you a motivated and patient-focused Health Care Assistant with general practice experience?
We are seeking a skilled Health Care Assistant to join our dedicated multi-site GP practices across Tameside. In this role, you will provide high-quality patient care and support our clinical team in delivering essential services to our local community.
Main duties of the job
Performing venepuncture and blood sampling
Administering immunisations, including flu and B12 injections
Measuring blood pressure and other vital signs
Conducting NHS Health Checks
Performing diabetic foot checks
Supporting clinicians with patient care and administrative duties as required
Working across multiple practice sites within Tameside
About us
We are a network of multi-site GP practices in Tameside, delivering high-quality, patient-focused care to our community. Our friendly, supportive team works together to provide essential services, promote health, and make a real difference every day.
Details
- Date posted: 02 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 6 months
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: A4914-26-0008
- Job locations: 156 Stockport Road, Ashton Under Lyne, OL7 0NW, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose: To provide high-quality clinical and administrative support across multiple GP practice sites, assisting the practice team in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform venepuncture and other blood sampling procedures safely and accurately.
- Administer immunisations, including flu vaccines and B12 injections.
- Measure and record patient blood pressure and other vital signs.
- Conduct NHS Health Checks and diabetic foot checks.
- Support clinicians during patient consultations and procedures as required.
- Maintain accurate patient records in line with practice policies and data protection regulations.
- Assist with the smooth running of clinical areas, including preparation and stock management of clinical equipment.
- Work flexibly across multiple practice sites to meet service needs.
- Participate in training and professional development activities as required.
- Stock management including ordering
- Safety checks including stock check and fridge temperature monitoring
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This advert is for Health Care Assistant with HT Practice in Ashton Under Lyne, England. It is listed as a Healthcare assistant role. The advertised salary is Depends on experience. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 31 Oct 2026.
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