HealthCare Assistant

Job summary A Medical Healthcare Assistant (HCA) plays a vital role in supporting doctors, nurses, and the wider multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality patient care. Working under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals, the HCA provides essential clinical and personal care to patients while helping ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the medical service. HCAs are often the staff members who spend the most time with patients, offering reassurance, dignity, and compassionate care. The role requires a caring nature, good communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Wea re looking for previous experience in a clinical health care assistance role. Compassionate, patient-focused approach Good communication and teamwork skills Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision Basic clinical awareness and willingness to learn Reliable, organised, and professional attitude We are offering this role as either a Part-time or Full-time basis. Main duties of the job Phlebotomy Wound care New patient health checks NHS health checks Flu vaccinations Contraception reviews Smoking cessation BP reviews Pre-diabetic checks Over 75ys checks Learning Disability reviews (partial) Asthma reviews Diabetic reviews CHD reviews Stroke reviews Rheumatology reviews 24hr blood pressure monitor Infection control Assist GP with coil/implant insertion & removal Clinical coding - admin tasks Home visits About us Garretts Green Lane Surgery is a small practice in B26. We are a family run surgery, with 2 GP's, Nurse prescriber, 3 reception staff, secretary and pharmacy team - along with a paramedic, social prescriber, physiotherapist and mental health workers. Details Date posted 15 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience n/a Contract Fixed term Duration 5 days Working pattern Part-time Reference number A5987-26-0009 Job locations Garretts Green Lane Surgery 172 Garretts Green Lane Birmingham B26 2SB United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities New patient health checks NHS health checks Flu vaccinations Contraception reviews Smoking cessation BP reviews Pre-diabetic reviews Over 75yr checks Learning Disability checks (partial) Asthma reviews Diabetic reviews CHD reviews Stroke reviews Rheumatology reviews Phlebotomy Wound care 24 hr blood pressure monitor Infection control Assist GP with coil/implant insertion & removal Clinical coding - admin tasks Home visits Job description Job responsibilities New patient health checks NHS health checks Flu vaccinations Contraception reviews Smoking cessation BP reviews Pre-diabetic reviews Over 75yr checks Learning Disability checks (partial) Asthma reviews Diabetic reviews CHD reviews Stroke reviews Rheumatology reviews Phlebotomy Wound care 24 hr blood pressure monitor Infection control Assist GP with coil/implant insertion & removal Clinical coding - admin tasks Home visits