Admin Assistant- Community Therapy Team

Are you passionate about making a real difference for the people of Powys? We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our busy Community Therapy Team in Brecon Hospital.

The post holder will be responsible for providing administrative support within the department. You will be handling incoming and making outbound calls to arrange appointments for Powys patients., Deal with incoming referrals/communications and enquiries in a timely manner.

Use discretion in handling confidential information and prioritise workload accordingly.

Use effective interpersonal skills and demonstrate clear communication of details to the service user and staff in a positive manner.

Ensure tasks are completed to the agreed standard within agreed timescales; producing work of the required quality in line with PTHB policy process and procedures.

Provide excellent customer service to exceed expectations by satisfactorily resolving or seeking to resolve enquiries first time.

Demonstrate effective listening and questioning skills and interpret enquiries in order to handle complex issues, demonstrating responsive reassurance and empathy to resolve incoming queries finding ways to overcoming issues such as not being understood, hearing difficulties, or the patient being elderly.

You must have good communication skills and be able to remain calm, patient and show empathy in sensitive situations. Teamwork is essential and you must be IT literate.

You will receive induction and training into this role but must possess the key skills required.

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.