Job requirements
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Essential
8 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of working with patients.
- Experience
Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience
Good communication skills
- Qualifications
Good standard of general education
- Qualifications
Willingness to undertake relevant training and competency assessments
- Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care
- Qualifications
Phlebotomy Training/qualification.
- Qualifications
Previous experience as a Health Care assistant or within Primary care
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Previous Healthcare experience
- Experience
Experience of working in a GP practice
- Experience
Phlebotomy experience
- Qualifications
Healthcare-related qualification, such as level 2 or 3 in Health and social care.
- Qualifications
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Job summary
Meddygfa Rhydbach is looking for an enthusiastic and caring Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly and supportive GP Practice.
The successful candidate will work as part of our multidisciplinary team, supporting the delivering of high quality patient centered care to our local community.
We are looking for a reliable, professional and approachable individual who enjoys working with patients and as part of a close knit team. Training and support will be provided where appropriate.
Main duties of the job
- Phlebotomy
- Blood Pressure Checks
- Height weight and BMI checks
- Urinalysis
- Simple wound care and Dressings
- Chaperoning when required
- Supporting the nursing team when required
- ECG
- Following infection control procedures.
- B12 injections,following appropiate training and competamncy assesment
About us
We have three GP's here, two Physician associates , two Practice Nurses. We are a dispensing practice, we work closely with a District nursing team including a physiotherapy, audiology, as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.
We pride ourselves on being a friendly supportive and close knit providing high-quality patient-centered care to our local community. We value teamwork and a positive working environment.
We encourage staff development and provide appropriate training and support, Making Meddygfa Rhydbach a welcoming and rewarding place to work.
Details
- Date posted: 01 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: A5053-26-0006
- Job locations: Botwnnog, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 8RE, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
To support the Practice Nursing and wider clinical team in the delivery of high-quality, safe and patient-centred care. The Health Care Assistant will undertake delegated clinical duties within their level of competence and in accordance with practice policies and procedures.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Undertake phlebotomy
- Measure and record blood pressure, pulse, height, weight and BMI
- Undertake urinalysis and collection of specimens
- Perform ECGs
- Undertake basic health checks and patient observations
- Provide simple wound care and dressings within competency
- Administer B12 injections following appropriate training, competency assessment and practice protocols
- Act as a chaperone when required
- Support Practice Nurses and other clinicians with patient care
- Prepare clinical rooms before and after clinics
- Ensure clinical equipment is clean, maintained and ready for use
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures
- Dispose of clinical waste and sharps safely
- Accurately record all relevant information on the patients clinical record
- Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
- Recognise and report any concerns or abnormal observations to an appropriate clinician
- Participate in relevant training and maintain competencies appropriate to the role
General Responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of the wider practice team and contribute to the smooth running of the practice. They will be expected to follow all practice policies relating to confidentiality, information governance, health and safety, safeguarding and infection prevention and control.
The duties of the post may develop over time following appropriate discussion, training and competency assessment.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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This advert is for Health Care Assistant with Meddygfa Rhydbach in Pwllheli, Wales. It is listed as a Healthcare assistant role. The advertised salary is Negotiable. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 18 Sep 2026.
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