Health Care Assistant

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Undertake phlebotomy (blood samples) Carry out NHS health checks Adminstering vaccinations and injections Carry out observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately Carry out ECGs as requested Carry out BMI checks Undertake diabetes pre-checks Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation Act as a chaperone as required Provide support during minor operations and coil clinics as required Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Ordering clinical supplies as necessary Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC policy Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate Work effectively as part of the wider multidisciplinary practice team.