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Receptionist - Surgery

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Location
Haverfordwest, Wales
Salary
£26,300 per annum pro rata
Profession
Administrative and IT
Grade
Band 2
Deadline
15 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
27 May 2026

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Job overview

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking to appoint a Receptionist to work on a rota basis in Meddygfa Minafon, Kidwelly. On occasion there may be a requirement to cover across other managed practices within the Health Board.

This is a diverse role within a busy and interesting GP practice. The post holder will be responsible for greeting patients politely and ensuring that the appointment system is run efficiently, monitor the flow of patients to and from consulting rooms, managing queues through telephone and face to face interaction.

The surgery is open Monday-Friday 08.00-18.30 and the hours will be a fixed shift pattern over the week.

Main duties of the job

To facilitate effective communication between patients, members of the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies.

To offer general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.

To undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences.  In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interviews will be held on 24/06/2026.

Applying for this NHS job

This advert is for Receptionist - Surgery with Hywel Dda University Health Board in Haverfordwest, West Wales, Wales. It is listed as a Band 2 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £26,300 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 15 Jun 2026.

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