Healthcare Assistant
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Wallsend, NE28 0AD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 14 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Sept 2026 |
Summary
To support the nursing and clinical team in delivering safe, effective and high-quality care to patients. The post holder will undertake a range of clinical and administrative duties, working within their competency and agreed practice protocols Clinical Duties Blood pressure checks. Height, weight and BMI measurements. Venepuncture. NHS Health Checks. Diabetic foot checks and information gathering Urinalysis and preparation of specimens. Phlebotomy Recording smoking status and lifestyle information. Health Promotion Support health promotion initiatives. Deliver lifestyle advice relating to: Smoking cessation Weight management Physical activity Alcohol awareness Support health screening programmes. Vaccinations and Injections Support vaccination clinics. Administer B12 injections . Maintain vaccine cold chain procedures. Assist with seasonal vaccination campaigns. Patient Care Support Chaperone clinicians as required. Assist with minor surgery and clinical procedures. Support recall programmes and patient appointments. Assist with chronic disease management clinics. Maintain accurate patient records and coding. Infection Prevention and Control Maintain clean and safe clinical environments. Follow infection prevention and control procedures. Safely handle specimens and clinical waste. Support infection control audits and initiatives. General Responsibilities Maintain clinical room stock and equipment. Participate in training and practice meetings. Support quality improvement and audit activity. Safeguard patient confidentiality. Work collaboratively as part of the wider practice team.