Did you know that to work as a medical assistant, you don't need a degree? Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) work under the supervision of a number of healthcare professionals in a variety of NHS hospital and community settings. The nature of the job will differ based on the industry. An HCA might work in a hospital alongside nurses or midwives in maternity services, or in mental health, community, or GP practises, for example. The responsibilities include taking temperatures, pulses, respirations, and weights, as well as communicating with patients, families, and carers and assisting with clinical activities. Infection prevention and control, food, personal hygiene, and overall reassurance, comfort, and safety for patients encouraging positive mental/physical/nutritional health by inspecting and ordering supplies. Their responsibilities include aiding patients with personal care and performing clinical chores, as well as performing, monitoring, and recording the results of medical tests that will be analysed by a healthcare expert. A compassionate and nurturing personality is required for success as a healthcare assistant. They must also be physically capable of performing physically demanding duties such as supporting patients' weight to help mobility, turning patients over, and moving heavy medical equipment.

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