Healthcare Assistant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	York, YO24 4HE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Aug 2026
Closing date:	14 Aug 2026

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Summary

Please note: This is a dual-role post, and the hours cannot be separate Please see below for a breakdown of the required 36 hours. Complex Care Team (12 hours per week) Provide healthcare support to patients receiving care through the Complex Care Team. Deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred care in patients homes and community settings. Undertake delegated clinical and non-clinical tasks within the scope of competence and training. Support patients with personal care and monitoring where appropriate. Assist with the implementation of agreed care plans and report any concerns or deterioration promptly. Carry out observations and clinical monitoring as directed. Escalate concerns promptly to the appropriate clinician. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records. Work closely with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, social care professionals and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Participate in case discussions and team meetings where appropriate. Conduct lone home visits safely and professionally following the practice Lone Working Policy. Travel independently between patients homes and practice sites as required. Healthcare Assistant Team (24 hours per week) Deliver a high standard of healthcare support within GP practice clinics. Undertake clinical procedures appropriate to competency, including: o Blood pressure monitoring o Height, weight and BMI measurements o Venepuncture (where trained) o ECG recording o NHS Health Checks o New patient health checks o Lifestyle advice and health promotion o Urinalysis o Simple wound care and dressings (where trained) Prepare patients and equipment for clinical procedures. Assist GPs and Practice Nurses during clinical procedures when required. Maintain treatment rooms and ensure clinical equipment is clean, stocked and ready for use. Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times. Report concerns regarding patient safety or wellbeing promptly. Record clinical activity accurately within the patient record. General Responsibilities Deliver care that is safe, effective, compassionate and responsive. Maintain patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality at all times. Work within the scope of competence and seek support where necessary. Comply with all York Medical Group policies and procedures. Maintain accurate documentation and coding. Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development. Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives. Support colleagues and promote effective team working. Adhere to safeguarding policies for children and adults. Comply with Health and Safety, Information Governance, Equality and Diversity and Infection Prevention and Control policies. Communication The post holder will: Communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives. Build positive working relationships with colleagues across all disciplines. Communicate professionally with external organisations and healthcare providers. Provide reassurance and support to patients while maintaining professional boundaries.

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