Wales General Ophthalmic Service (WGOS) 4 Pathway Co-ordinator

As a WGOS 4 Pathway Co-ordinator, you will support the transformation of eye care services across the Health Board. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining records relating to the WGOS 4 pathway, including entering accurate data into the WPAS computerised system, whilst demonstrating the ability to handle patient information i.e. responsible for the administration and validation of clinical pathways. This will be carried out by liaising with clinicians and contractors in both Primary and Secondary Care, in a sensitive and confidential manner. Additionally, the post holder will be responsible for patient allocation in Primary Care, using clearly defined and agreed processes and the continued monitoring of the pathway. The post will maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, using these to ensure the role supports the validation process surrounding WGOS 4. You will be expected to work closely with both clinical and managerial colleagues and provide service analysis, to ensure the delivery of high quality and appropriate services to patients.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services