The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant/ phlebotomist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels and your experience: a. Undertake new patient health checks, including blood/ height weight, alcohol and exercise screening. b.
Support the practice nurse with health promotion c. Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately d. Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly e. Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics f.
Carry out BMI checks as directed g. Act as a chaperone as required h. When trained, undertake venepuncture i. Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation j.
Provide support during minor operations as required k. Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session l. Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance m. Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policies.
n. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriat

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