Job Summary
Cathays Surgery is seeking an experienced HCA/HCSW to join our vibrant, patient focused and innovative practice committed to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care. If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity within a friendly, welcoming environment, this may be the ideal role for you.
Hours/Salary
Permanent position 2 mornings per week. Salary negotiated on experience. NHS Pension Scheme.
Main duties
Clinical Duties (dependent on training/experience)
* Phlebotomy
* BP checks
* ECG
* B12 injections
* Flu/pneumococcal/shingles immunisation
* Repeat dressing of wounds after assessment by a qualified nurse
* Suture removal
* INR checks
* Learning disability checks
* GP lifestyle advice and smoking cessation advice
* Chronic disease management – carry out diabetic checks pre nurse review
Additional tasks may be requested.
Administrative duties
* Stock check and ordering
* Cleaning, checking and calibration of equipment
* Stocking up clinical rooms and emptying clinical waste bins
* General housekeeping (tidying storerooms and clinical rooms, disposing of out of date stock, reporting to the appropriate person, putting stock and equipment away)
* Taking on specific roles as discussed with the team, e.g. flu champion
Desirable
Knowledge of EMIS computer system.
About Us
* We have 5 experienced doctors supported by an excellent clinical and administrative team.
* We are an experienced practice committed to the teaching and training of medical students from Cardiff University.
* We use EMIS clinical system.
* We are part of the South Easter Cluster (Collaborative) comprising 8 practices. The surgery is located close to the city centre in the Cathays area with a mixed demographic and easily accessible by public transport.
* We hold regular informal clinical team meetings in addition to an open-door policy for mentoring and advice.
Details
Posted: 10 November 2025
Pay scheme: Salary depends on experience.
Contract: Permanent, Part-time working pattern.
Reference number: A0410-25-0001
Job location: 137 Cathays Terrace, Cardiff, CF24 4HU
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
* Agored Cymru Level 3 Diploma in Primary Care Health Care Support or equivalent accredited modules
* Experience working in a GP surgery
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Commitment to patient confidentiality and professional standards
* Compliant with the HCSW Code of Conduct
Desirable
* Experience using EMIS clinical system
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details
Employer name: Cathays Surgery
Address: 137 Cathays Terrace, Cardiff, CF24 4HU
Website: https://www.cathayssurgery.co.uk/
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