We are seeking passionate and forward‑thinking Advanced Clinical Pharmacists to join our Clinical Streaming Hubs in the following areas;
1. Eastgate (Llanelli),
2. Porth Preseli (Withybush General Hospital)
3. Cardigan Integrated Care Centre.
We have 1 available post in each of the above 3 sites.
You will be a key member of the Intermediate Care team, working alongside MDT colleagues to support community services. This role offers the chance to apply advanced clinical skills and make a meaningful impact on patient care.
You will deliver high-quality, patient-focused care through consultations, diagnostic assessment (within scope), and comprehensive medication reviews from MDT referrals and home visits. You will also provide expert advice and support complex prescribing decisions.
Applicants must work autonomously, prioritise workload effectively, and commit to ongoing professional development. Strong clinical and communication skills are essential.
An independent prescribing qualification is essential, with opportunities to develop specialist clinical expertise aligned to service priorities.
As part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team you will:
Provide expert clinical pharmacy support to the Clinical Streaming Hub
Provide Comprehensive medication reviews for patients on the caseload (face to face, telephone or in a patient’s home) and prescribe /deprescribe appropriately within scope of practice.
Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams , including GP practices and community pharmacies to ensure safe and effective medicines use
Support antimicrobial stewardship and medicines optimisation initiatives
Provide education and training on medications to other clinical staff across the Clinical Streaming Hub team, as well as providing education and training by supervising and mentoring junior pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students .
Maintain accurate and thorough records of all patient interactions, using appropriate clinical templates and coding in line with service protocols.
Leading on clinical audit of medicines prescribed in the service and taking a proactive role in quality improvement initiatives, implementing recommendations where appropriate to enhance patient care.
Provide patients with clear, independent information regarding their medications and any changes to their prescriptions, referring to other healthcare professionals for additional support when necessary.
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); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
If you have the drive to foster a culture of continuous improvement for yourself and others and have the motivation to push pharmacy to the forefront of delivering high quality patient care, then Hywel Dda is the perfect place for you to take the next step in your career.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The 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 08/07/26.
