Health Care Assistant Fetcham, Leatherhead - Orbis Medics (UK-based applicants only)

Orbis Medics is seeking a part-time Health Care Assistant for a busy GP surgery in Fetcham, Leatherhead. This role is ideal for UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work, though foreign applicants already in the UK may enquire about their eligibility. The position offers a competitive salary of £37,440 – £41,600, with flexible hours between 9 am and 5 pm.

Job Description

As a Healthcare Assistant at this GP surgery, you will be performing standard HCA duties essential to primary care. This includes critical tasks such as taking blood samples and performing ECGs, which are vital for patient diagnostics and monitoring.

You will also be responsible for conducting NHS Healthchecks, contributing significantly to preventative healthcare and patient well-being within the community. The role requires a proactive individual comfortable working in a fast-paced GP environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Healthcare Assistant in Primary Care or a GP Surgery.
• Proficiency in taking bloods (phlebotomy).
• Competence in performing ECGs.
• Experience conducting NHS Healthchecks.
• Existing right-to-work in the UK is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £37,440 to £41,600.
• Flexible working hours between 9 am and 5 pm.
• Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive GP surgery.
• On-site parking provided for convenience.
• Part-time employment offering a good work-life balance.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants already in the UK, preparing for this NHS HCA role involves showcasing your relevant experience in primary care. Ensure your CV highlights your expertise in phlebotomy, ECGs, and NHS Healthchecks, structured in a UK-recognised format. A strong LinkedIn profile, tailored to UK healthcare employers, can also significantly boost your visibility and credibility.

Highlight any UK-recognised qualifications or training you possess, such as a Care Certificate or relevant NVQs. For foreign applicants who are UK-based, explicitly state your current visa status and right-to-work in your cover letter. Emphasise your understanding of the UK healthcare system and your commitment to patient care within a GP surgery setting.

• Ensure your CV clearly details all HCA skills, especially GP surgery experience.
• Prepare a cover letter that addresses your specific right-to-work status in the UK.
• Gather professional references, ideally from previous UK healthcare employers if available.
• Familiarise yourself with current NHS primary care protocols and patient confidentiality guidelines.
• Consider obtaining or updating your DBS check, as this is standard for NHS roles.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is NOT advertised for this position. The employer explicitly prefers UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work. Foreign applicants who are already legally residing in the UK with appropriate work authorisation may still apply. If your visa status is borderline or requires clarification, it is advisable to confirm directly with Orbis Medics during your application process.