Healthcare Assistant (HCA) or Trainee HCA


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leeds, LS27 7QP
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Aug 2026
Closing date:	14 Aug 2026

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Summary

Key Responsibilities Clinical Care and Patient Interventions Routine Clinical Observations and Monitoring Record baseline clinical observations including Blood pressure, Height, weight, BMI and waist circumference Undertake ECG recordings in line with Practice procedures Perform urinalysis and basic point of care testing where appropriate Escalate all abnormal findings promptly to a GP or Nurse Phlebotomy and Specimen Collection Undertake venepuncture in Practice, domiciliary and care home settings Ensure correct patient identification prior to sample collection Label and handle specimens accurately in line with Practice protocols Escalate any issues relating to sample collection or patient safety Health Checks and Preventative Care Undertake new patient health checks for adults and children Support NHS and Practice health check programmes Carry out baseline assessments to support early identification of clinical need Provide brief lifestyle advice where appropriate (e.g. weight management, smoking, blood pressure awareness) Promote health and wellbeing through patient education and engagement Long Term Condition Monitoring Support delivery of long term condition monitoring and review programmes Support monitoring of patients with long-term conditions (e.g. hypertension, diabetes, respiratory) Undertake elements of annual reviews within competence and training Assist clinicians by preparing patients and collecting required clinical data Identify and escalate patients requiring further clinical review and identifying patients requiring ongoing follow-up or recall Support clinicians in preparing patients for structured reviews Clinical Procedures and Treatments Administer B12 injections under Patient Specific Direction (PSD) following training Administer vaccinations (e.g. flu) under PSD following training Undertake simple wound care as delegated Support delivery of other delegated clinical interventions for named patients Work strictly within defined clinical competence and escalate where required Child Health and Family Support Undertake baby clinic measurements including weight and growth monitoring Support clinicians during child health clinics Provide reassurance and support to parents/carers during assessments Health Promotion and Patient Engagement Support patients with weight management and healthy lifestyle choices Provide brief interventions to promote health and wellbeing Reinforce advice given by clinicians to support patient understanding and compliance Chaperoning and Patient Support Act as a chaperone for clinicians in line with Practice chaperone policy Ensure patients are aware of their right to request a chaperone Maintain patient dignity, privacy and respect during all clinical interactions Provide reassurance and support to patients during examinations and procedures Observe and report any concerns arising during consultations in line with safeguarding procedures Clinical Procedures and Treatment Room Support Prepare clinical rooms and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Assist clinicians during procedures including minor surgery, coil fittings and contraceptive implant procedures Ensure all equipment is available, clean, and functioning correctly Maintain a safe and efficient clinical environment at all times Laboratory Samples and Specimen Management Process and manage laboratory samples requested by clinicians Ensure correct labelling, handling, storage and transport of specimens Maintain accurate records relating to specimen collection and dispatch Escalate any issues or discrepancies in line with Practice protocols Professional Practice and Accountability Clinical Escalation and Safety Recognise and respond to abnormal clinical findings Escalate concerns relating to patient condition, presentation or safeguarding Maintain awareness of own limitations and seek clinical support when required Infection Control and Health & Safety Follow national and local infection prevention and control guidance Maintain clean, safe and sterile clinical environments Ensure correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Manage safe handling, use and disposal of sharps and clinical waste Undertake specimen handling in line with safety protocols Manage spillages and contamination incidents appropriately Participate in infection control audits and monitoring activities Identify, report and act on risks and hazards in the working environment Support maintenance of equipment and clinical facilities Ensure compliance with COSHH and other relevant regulations Safeguarding Recognise safeguarding concerns relating to children and vulnerable adults Act in accordance with Practice safeguarding policies and procedures Escalate concerns promptly to appropriate clinical staff Document safeguarding concerns accurately within the clinical system Maintain professional boundaries and manage sensitive situations appropriately Participate in safeguarding training and maintain up-to-date knowledge Vaccines, Cold Chain and Stock Management Manage vaccine storage in accordance with cold chain requirements Monitor, record and maintain temperature logs accurately Undertake stock ordering, rotation and replenishment of vaccines and clinical supplies Maintain adequate stock levels in consulting rooms, emergency bags and treatment areas Ensure stock is stored safely and in line with Practice policies Confidentiality and Information Governance Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, staff and Practice information at all times Handle patient-identifiable data in line with GDPR and NHS Information Governance requirements Ensure information is shared appropriately on a need-to-know basis Verify patient identity before sharing or updating information Use clinical systems safely and securely Report any information governance concerns or breaches promptly Clinical Data Recording and Administration Accurately record all patient contacts, interventions and observations in the clinical system Ensure clinical coding is accurate, consistent and in line with Practice protocols Maintain up-to-date and complete patient records Support the completion of documentation relating to patient care and registration Assist with data collection and reporting relating to patient health and wellbeing Communication and Team Working Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues Adapt communication style to meet individual patient needs Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team Provide clear and accurate information to patients and colleagues Support a positive and professional team environment Workload and Task Management Manage own workload effectively, balancing clinical and administrative duties Prioritise tasks based on urgency and patient need Complete all work accurately and within expected timescales Monitor outstanding tasks and escalate delays where appropriate Maintain a structured and organised approach to work Professional Development Participate in induction, mandatory training and annual appraisal Maintain and develop clinical competencies relevant to the role Engage in ongoing learning and development opportunities Keep up to date with changes in Practice procedures and NHS guidance Support training and development of colleagues where appropriate Complete mandatory infection control and health & safety training Quality and Service Improvement Contribute to audits and quality improvement activities Identify areas for improvement in clinical and operational processes Support implementation of new systems, protocols and service changes Work with colleagues to improve patient care and service delivery General Responsibilities Work flexibly to support service delivery across the Practice Travel between Practice and community settings where required to support service delivery Adhere to all Practice policies, procedures and protocols Demonstrate professionalism, reliability and accountability at all times Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role, in line with training and competence

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