At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality patient care and support for individuals with difficult asthma.
- Company: Hywel Dda University Health Board, providing essential NHS services.
- Benefits: Fixed term role with flexible hours and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Bilingual workplace with a focus on patient-centred care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Current Hywel Dda employee with pharmacy technician experience.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Job Overview PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY HYWEL DDA HEALTH BOARD. This post is a Fixed Term/Secondment until 28/08/2027. If you are a Hywel Dda University Health Board employee and are applying for this post as a secondment, agreement for the secondment is needed from your current manager prior to application. The Difficult Asthma Clinic in Hywel Dda continues to support increasing numbers of patients needing biologic therapy. To consider how we expand this service and support people needing biologic therapy we are looking for a motivated pharmacy technician to join the service for a 12 month secondment, working 15 hours a week. The role will work closely with the clinical pathway coordinator, the asthma specialist nurse, and the lead asthma respiratory physician to deliver a quality service for people living with difficult asthma. Main Duties Deliver a high‑quality, patient‑centred service for individuals living with difficult asthma. Contribute to medicines reconciliation, support safe and effective prescribing, provide advice to patients and healthcare professionals, and ensure timely supply of medication. Coordinate the supply of biologic therapies in partnership with the Homecare team, discuss patient preferences and proactively address any supply issues. Counsel patients on potential adverse drug reactions and other considerations relating to biologic treatments, both within face‑to‑face and virtual clinic settings. Liaise closely with clinical colleagues to coordinate care, resolve medication‑related issues, and support discharge planning. Maintain accurate records, update patient outcome data, track active patients via service spreadsheets, and contribute to ongoing monitoring and service evaluation. Workplace Hywel Dda University Health Board provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and surrounding counties. Hywel Dda University Health Board operates a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. Visa and Work Eligibility To work in the UK, candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or a Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician – Difficult Asthma Clinic - INTERNAL employer: Hywel Dda University Health Board
Joining the NHS in Wales as a Patient Appointment Co-ordinator offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises patient care and communication. With a strong emphasis on employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive work culture, you will thrive in an environment that values both your professional growth and personal well-being. Additionally, the chance to engage with the community in both Welsh and English adds a unique advantage to this fulfilling role.
Contact Details:
Hywel Dda University Health Board Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician – Difficult Asthma Clinic - INTERNAL
Patient-Centred Care
Medicines Reconciliation
Safe and Effective Prescribing
Patient Counselling
Coordination of Care
Medication Supply Management
Adverse Drug Reaction Awareness
