Hirva Patel

Dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant and Phlebotomist with over four years of clinical experience providing high-quality patient care in primary care clinics, GP practices, vaccination clinics, and laboratory settings. Highly skilled in adult and paediatric venipuncture, ECG recording, atrial fibrillation (AF) screening, diabetic health checks, chronic disease management, vaccination support, specimen collection, vital signs monitoring, and 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure (ABPM) monitoring. Experienced in supporting physicians and nurses, maintaining accurate electronic medical records, promoting patient safety, and delivering compassionate, patient-centred care.

Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control, clinical documentation, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Recognized for excellent communication skills and the ability to reassure anxious and needlephobic patients.

Healthcare Assistant / Clinical Administrator - Lancelot Medical Centre - London, United Kingdom

(2026-06 - 2026-07)

Clinical Responsibilities

• Performed adult and paediatric venipuncture using evidence-based infection prevention and control practices.
• Conducted ECG recordings and atrial fibrillation (AF) screening.
• Performed diabetic health checks, diabetic foot assessments using monofilament testing, and supported annual diabetes reviews.
• Assisted with Chronic Disease Management (CDM) reviews for patients with diabetes, hypertension, asthma, COPD, and cardiovascular disease.
• Applied and removed 24-hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure (ABPM) monitors and educated patients on correct use.
• Recorded vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation (SpO₂), height, weight, and BMI.
• Supported vaccination and immunization clinics and monitored patients following vaccination.
• Monitored and documented vaccine refrigerator temperatures in accordance with cold-chain protocols.
• Performed daily clinical stock checks, monitored expiry dates, and replenished examination rooms and medical supplies.
• Collected, labelled, and processed pathology specimens for laboratory transport.
• Maintained accurate electronic medical records using EMIS and Docman.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver safe, patient-centred care.
• Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to infection prevention, safeguarding, and workplace safety policies.

Care Coordinator & Trainee Healthcare Assistant - K&W Health Care / Premier Medical Centre GP - London, United Kingdom

(2026-01 - 2026-04)

• Performed ECG recordings, AF screening, and NHS Health Checks.
• Conducted diabetic health checks and diabetic foot assessments.
• Assisted with Chronic Disease Management (CDM) reviews.
• Recorded vital signs and patient observations.
• Assisted physicians and nurses during patient consultations and treatment clinics.
• Supported vaccination and immunization clinics.
• Maintained electronic patient records using EMIS and Docman.
• Coordinated specialist referrals and follow-up appointments.
• Ensured accurate documentation and compliance with infection prevention and confidentiality standards.

Phlebotomist & Trainee Healthcare Assistant - Premier Medical Centre GP - Wembley, United Kingdom

(2025-06 - 2026-04)

• Performed adult and paediatric venipuncture independently.
• Collected, labelled, and processed blood specimens for laboratory testing.
• Conducted ECG recordings and AF screening.
• Performed diabetic health checks and monofilament foot assessments.
• Assisted with Chronic Disease Management clinics.
• Recorded blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, height, weight, and BMI.
• Applied and removed 24-hour ABPM monitors.
• Assisted with vaccination and immunization clinics.
• Maintained vaccine refrigerator temperature logs.
• Performed stock checking and ensured availability of clinical supplies.
• Maintained EMIS clinical documentation and ensured compliance with infection prevention and patient safety standards.

Volunteer Phlebotomist - Kensington Medical Consultancy - United Kingdom

(2023-06 - 2025-06)

• Performed venipuncture and specimen collection.
• Ensured accurate patient identification and specimen labelling.
• Processed laboratory samples for diagnostic testing.
• Supported patients with anxiety through effective communication and reassurance.
• Followed infection prevention and safety protocols.

Phlebotomist & Vaccinator (Training) - Mediqueskills Ltd - United Kingdom

(2022-09 - 2023-06)

• Administered adult vaccinations under clinical supervision.
• Performed venipuncture and capillary blood sampling.
• Verified patient identity and obtained informed consent.
• Monitored patients following immunization.
• Maintained clinical documentation and infection prevention standards.

Phlebotomist - Kashtabhanjan Laboratory - Gujarat, India

(2020-04 - 2021-05)

• Performed venous blood collection for diagnostic testing.
• Processed laboratory specimens and maintained specimen integrity.
• Assisted laboratory personnel with routine diagnostic procedures.
• Maintained accurate laboratory records and followed infection prevention protocols.

MSc - Biotechnology with Project Management - University of Bedfordshire (2022 - 2025)

BSc - Biotechnology - Sardar Patel University (2017 - 2020)