Job Description

About Us

Colliery Court Medical Group is a GP practice based is Boldon Colliery, Tyne and Wear. We are a very busy practice and have approx. 8400 patients registered with us.

Our Practice Team consists of 6 GP's, 2 Advanced Nurse Practitioners, 2 Practice Nurses, 2 GP Assistant, Pharmacy team, and 15 clerical team members.

Summary of Role

We are looking to recruit a motivated and committed Health Care Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.

The post will be up to 37.5 hours per week which will include an evening shift until 8pm every Wednesday.

You will be working alongside our existing Practice Nurses and GP Assistants but be confident and skilled enough to work alone.

Experience of dressings, health checks, administering basic vaccinations, phlebotomy, performing ECG's, and assisting in minor surgery sessions would be desirable, although we can offer training.

You will be a team player, able to prioritise your workload and remain calm under pressure.

If you are a well organised person who thrives in a busy working environment, where no two days are the same, then we would love to hear from you.

Main Duties

Phlebotomy Deliver vaccinations and immunisations - flu, pneumo, B12s, shingles under a patient specific direction. Carry out ECGs as requested. Carry out baseline observations such as blood pressure, pulse rate and rhythm, temperature, height and weight, body mass index, visual acuity, spirometry Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory. Undertake wound care, dressings and suture/clip removal Provide support during minor surgery as required. Maintain adequate stock in clinical rooms and undertake monthly stock control for drug cupboard and drug drawer. Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions. Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence. Act as a chaperone where required.
The above list of duties is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as deemed necessary.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a healthcare environment Experience of working with the general public
Desirable

Experience using EMIS Web Experience within Primary Care/General Practice Experience dealing with a range of clinical conditions

Personal Attributes

Essential

Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

Ability to record accurate clinical notes Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to seek support Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem solving and analytical skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Desirable

Chaperone procedure Knowledge of health promotion strategies Immunisations Ability to effectively support with basic wound care ECGs

Other requirements

Essential

Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Ability to travel independently through the borough when required.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a suitable number of high-quality applications, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.31 per hour - Awaiting DDRB review

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension

Free parking

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person - Colliery Court Medical Group

Application deadline: 12/05/2025

Reference ID: CCMG - HCA - 2025 05

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.31 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/05/2025
Reference ID: CCMG - HCA - 2025 05