Hywel Dda University Health Board
Administrative Assistant – Pharmacy Homecare Team
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About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated team player looking to work in a diverse and innovative team.
The provision of medication via the homecare route is a growing service, which provides benefits to patients and clinicians alike. We are seeking an individual who is motivated to deliver a high quality service and to support its evolution.
Responsibilities
You will be based within the pharmacy homecare team at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli and develop close working relationships with patients, service providers and clinical teams.
The role will include:
- Clerical and administrative tasks to support the day to day running of the homecare service for the Health Board.
- Management of prescriptions for patients receiving their medications via the homecare route, maintaining accurate records and resolving queries.
- Working closely with finance and procurement teams ensuring timely processing of orders and invoices.
- Providing data for invoicing of high cost medicines.
- Liaising with clinicians to ensure homecare prescriptions are provided in a timely manner.
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Requirements
The successful candidate must be proficient in the use of a computer, have proven organisational skills, the ability to prioritise their work and have excellent communication skills.
Previous experience of working within Pharmacy Medicines Management or Homecare is not necessary, however enthusiasm for a new challenge and a willingness to learn are key.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About Hywel Dda University Health Board
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our Services Are Provided In
Four main hospitals:
- Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth
- Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen
- Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli
- Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
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Five community hospitals:
- Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire
- Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion
- Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
Two integrated care centres:
- Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion
Several other community settings
Additional services:
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices)
- Dental practices (including four orthodontic)
- 97 community pharmacies
- 43 general ophthalmic practices
- 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Thomas Watkeys
- Job title: Senior Homecare Technician
- Email address: Thomas.Watkeys@wales.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 01554 783481
It is recommended that you contact the team for an informal chat to discuss the role further or to arrange a visit to the department.
Additional Contacts
- Tom Watkeys
- Dawn Howells
- Diane Jenkins
Telephone number: 01554 783481
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