Healthcare Assistant (with Phlebotomy Skills)

NHS; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant with phlebotomy skills to join its dynamic clinical team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care, providing support in a professional environment. Key responsibilities include performing venepuncture, conducting health checks, and maintaining patient records. Candidates should have recent healthcare experience and be trained in phlebotomy.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

NHS pension scheme / Company pension

Qualifications

• Recent experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a healthcare setting.
• Competent in phlebotomy.
• Professional, compassionate, and patient-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy (venepuncture) procedures safely and efficiently.
• Support nursing and medical staff with patient care.
• Ensure accurate documentation and maintenance of patient records.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Vision

EMIS

Job description

Healthcare Assistant (with Phlebotomy Skills)

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant with proven phlebotomy experience to join our dynamic clinical team. We have a current list size of over 7,600 patients. Our clinical team consists of 6 GPs, 2 practice nurses, and 2 healthcare assistants.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in patient care in a supportive and professional environment.

What We Offer:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• NHS pension scheme / Company pension

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform phlebotomy (venepuncture) procedures safely and efficiently
• Support nursing and medical staff with patient care
• Take and record vital signs, observations, and basic assessments
• Assist with patient mobility and personal care as needed
• Ensure accurate documentation and maintenance of patient records
• Uphold infection control procedures and confidentiality at all times
• Administer Influenza and B12 injections

About us

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant with proven phlebotomy experience to join our dynamic clinical team. We have a current list size of over 7,600 patients. Our clinical team consists of 6 GPs, 2 practice nurses, and 2 healthcare assistants.

The main site is based in the heart of Llandaff, with a branch surgery in Pentyrch village. We are very excited about moving into newly built premises on Rhydlafar Drive in April 2026. The successful candidate will work across both sites.

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform venepuncture (blood taking) and ensure timely sample handling
• Carry out NHS health checks, blood pressure monitoring, ECGs, and urinalysis
• Support the management of chronic disease clinics under clinician direction
• Conduct basic wound care and assist with minor procedures
• Update and maintain accurate patient records on the clinical system Vision
• Promote health education and self-care under practice protocols
• Ensure infection control procedures and confidentiality

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Recent experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a healthcare setting
• Trained and competent in phlebotomy
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Professional, compassionate, and patient-centred approach
• Experience working in general practice or primary care
• Familiarity with Vision or EMIS clinical systems
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.