Bank Switchboard Operator (Bronglais)

• Operating the switchboard system and manage high volumes of telephone calls.
• Direct calls accurately and courteously to the appropriate departments, staff, or services.
• Provide information and assistance to patients, visitors, staff, and external agencies.
• Respond promptly to emergency and major incident procedures, activating on-call and bleep systems when required.
• Maintain accurate records of calls, messages, and contact information.
• Monitor and use communication systems including telephones, pagers, radios, and emergency alert systems.
• Ensure confidentiality and comply with data protection and information governance requirements.
• Deliver excellent customer service at all times, remaining calm and professional under pressure

• 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); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Essential

• Educated to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience
• Working knowledge of computerised systems and the ability to use IT packages (e.g. Microsoft Office or equivalent).

Desirable

• Experience of working in a busy, demanding environment with competing priorities.
• Experience of working in an NHS environment.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminologies