Healthcare Assistant

Job summary

To support the practice nursing and administrative teams in the delivery of clinical and administrative services, working as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population.

Main duties of the job

The Healthcare Assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education whilst also supporting the administrative team on an as-required basis.

About us

Sandford Surgery is a well-established NHS General Practice located in Wareham, Dorset, dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred primary healthcare. The practice focuses on delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care for individuals and families.

Our mission is to offer comprehensive medical services that promote health and wellbeing while maintaining a culture of respect, confidentiality, and continuous improvement. We value clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and community engagement, ensuring care is tailored to individual needs.

Sandford Surgery is committed to maintaining the highest standards of clinical care and patient experience. Our experienced clinical and administrative staff work collaboratively to ensure timely access to services and continuity of care.

Details

• Date posted: 12 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £12.71 to £14 an hour Depending on Experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: A2235-26-0006
• Job locations: 6A Tyneham Close, Sandford, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7BQ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

The core responsibilities of the HCA are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.

• Undertake new patient health checks
• Support the practice nursing team with health promotion programmes
• Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, and record finding accurately
• Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
• Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
• Support the practice nursing team with the management of chronic disease clinics
• Carry out BMI checks as directed
• Act as a chaperone when required
• Undertake venepuncture once trained
• Administer flu vaccinations once trained
• Carry out ECGs as requested
• Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
• Provide support during minor operations as required
• Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
• Ensure fridges are routinely cleaned in accordance with current guidance
• Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with practice IPC policy
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate