Health Care Assistant

We are looking for an experienced, caring and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our friendly and supportive Nursing Team at Riverside Medical Practice in Horsham. We are a modern, forward-thinking and newly refurbished GP practice caring for over 11,500 patients, with a growing practice population. The successful candidate will work alongside our GPs, nurses and wider clinical team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. We are looking for someone who is compassionate, reliable, confident in their clinical skills and able to work both independently and as part of a team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming and growing practice where you can make a real difference to our patients. Hours: 22.5 hours per week (part-time)., The successful candidate will work as part of our friendly and supportive Nursing Team, providing high-quality care to patients and supporting the smooth running of our busy GP practice. Main duties will include:

• Blood pressure monitoring and ECGs
• Carrying out NHS Health Checks
• Simple wound care and suture removal
• Ear irrigation
• Providing health promotion and lifestyle advice
• Administering B12 injections under a Patient Specific Direction (PSD)
• Assisting clinicians with IUCD and contraceptive implant procedures
• Maintaining accurate patient records and following infection prevention and control procedures
The ideal candidate will have previous Healthcare Assistant experience, preferably within general practice, and be confident working independently within their competencies as well as collaboratively with the wider clinical team. Full training and support will be provided where appropriate.

Riverside Medical Practice is a friendly, modern and forward-thinking GP practice based in Horsham, West Sussex. We provide high-quality, patient-centred care to over 11,500 patients, with our practice population continuing to grow. Our newly refurbished premises provide a welcoming and professional environment for both patients and staff. We pride ourselves on our supportive and approachable team, working together to deliver excellent healthcare to our local community. We are committed to creating a positive working environment where every team member feels valued and supported. As our practice continues to grow, we are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join us and contribute to the ongoing development of our services.