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Senior Assistant Technical Officer - BANK

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Location
Haverfordwest, Wales
Salary
£26,300 - £27,890 per annum pro rata
Profession
Administrative and IT
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
18 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
03 Jun 2026
Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79

Job overview

We are seeking Assistant Technical Officers (ATOs) to join our Bank Staff Team within the Health Board. This flexible role offers the opportunity to work across various pharmacy service areas, supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe and cost-effective Medicines Management.

As a Bank ATO, you will:

  • Supply of stock to wards and departments
  • Dispense medicines for both in-patients and outpatient services
  • Support the co-ordination of patient discharges
  • Assist the pharmacy Medicines Management team at ward level

Our Pharmacy team is forward thinking and continually strives to improve the delivery of patient focused pharmaceutical care and optimise the use of medicines within the Health Board.

Pharmacy operates a 7-day service; therefore, shifts will include weekend working.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the role include:

  • Support Pharmacy Services across dispensary, ward-based areas, ensuring safe and efficient handling of medicines.
  • Dispensing and Supply of medicines in accordance with legal, professional, and organisational standards.
  • Maintain Accurate Records and documentation in line with departmental procedures and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure Compliance with Health Board policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

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 30/06/2026.

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