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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills while effectively managing patient inquiries and resolving issues in a healthcare setting. Proficient in maintaining accurate records and collaborating across teams to enhance patient experience and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Patient Interaction ManagementTelephone Enquiry HandlingRecord KeepingProblem-SolvingCollaboration Across Teams
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Customer Service ExperienceMedication KnowledgeRegulatory ComplianceIT System ProficiencyPrescription Process Guidance
Soft Skills
EmpathyAttention to DetailProfessionalismCalm Under PressureProactive Approach
Industry Keywords
HealthcarePharmacyPatient SupportStandard Operating ProceduresConfidentiality
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Act as the first point of contact for patients, primarily over the telephone
- Manage patient enquiries relating to prescriptions, medication availability, deliveries and potential delays
- Take ownership of patient queries, proactively resolve issues and keep patients informed
- Work closely with the Pharmacy team to investigate and resolve medication-related concerns
- Liaise with Pharmacy Dispensers regarding stock availability, prescription processing and dispensing queries
- Support communication between patients, Pharmacy, Clinical teams and healthcare professionals
- Provide guidance on prescription processes and medication-related queries, escalating clinical questions to qualified healthcare professionals
- Recognise when patients require additional support and escalate complex or sensitive issues to appropriate teams, including Clinical Governance
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient interactions in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with remote colleagues to support tasks requiring action on site
- Work collaboratively across teams to improve patient experience and support safe, timely medication delivery
- Work five days per week, including weekend shifts, on 7:30am–4:30pm or 9:30am–6:30pm shifts
Requirements
What you’ll need- A minimum of two years' experience in a customer service or patient-facing environment
- Experience handling a high volume of telephone enquiries and managing challenging conversations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to demonstrate empathy, patience and professionalism
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records
- Confidence using multiple IT systems and the ability to learn new processes quickly
- The ability to prioritise competing demands, manage a busy workload and remain calm under pressure
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a willingness to take ownership of issues through to resolution
- An understanding of the importance of following policies, procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs), particularly within a regulated environment
- The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across different teams
- Previous healthcare experience would be an advantage
- Previous experience working within healthcare, pharmacy or another highly regulated environment is desirable
- Experience supporting patients or customers with sensitive, complex or time-critical enquiries is desirable
- Suitable, private home-working environment with reliable internet access to handle confidential patient calls
- Legally authorised to work in the United Kingdom
Benefits
Comp & perks- 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 27 days after one year and 30 days after two years, plus bank holidays
- 5% matched pension contribution
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients' lives
- Hybrid working with two days working from home following completion of training
