Job summary
Are you a dedicated Band 6 Pharmacy Technician looking for a rewarding long-term contract? Tehy Care is thrilled to offer two key positions within a dynamic team at Southend Hospital.
Step into a crucial role where your expertise directly enhances patient care. We are seeking professionals with an ACT qualification and solid NHS ward experience to join our supportive service. This is more than just a placement; it's an opportunity to become an valued member of the ward team, ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines.
With a contract secured and a competitive pay rate, this role offers the stability and professional challenge you've been looking for. If you are ready to make a significant impact , we encourage you to apply and bring your skills to our forward-thinking service.
Main duties of the job
In this patient-facing role, you will be an essential part of the ward-based pharmacy team. Your core duties will involve conducting medicine reconciliation, supporting the safe administration of medicines, and providing expert advice to both patients and healthcare staff. You will utilise your ACT qualification to manage dispensary workflows and ensure the accurate and timely supply of medications. A key aspect of the role will be working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to optimise patient treatment and uphold the highest standards of clinical governance.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a dedicated Band 6 Pharmacy Technician looking for a rewarding long-term contract? We are thrilled to offer two key positions within a dynamic team at Southend Hospital.
Step into a crucial role where your expertise directly enhances patient care. We are seeking professionals with an ACT qualification and solid NHS ward experience to join a supportive service. This is more than just a placement; it's an opportunity to become a valued member of the ward team, ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines.
With a contract secured and a competitive pay rate, this role offers the stability and professional challenge you've been looking for.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
In this patient-facing role, you will be an essential part of the ward-based pharmacy team. Your core duties will involve:
Conducting accurate medicine reconciliation for new and existing patients.
Supporting the safe and effective administration of medicines (ATOME).
Providing expert advice and information on medicines to both patients and healthcare staff.
Utilising your ACT qualification to manage dispensary workflows and supervise technical staff.
Ensuring the accurate and timely supply of medications to wards and departments.
Working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to optimise patient treatment plans.
Upholding the highest standards of clinical governance and patient safety.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a dedicated Band 6 Pharmacy Technician looking for a rewarding long-term contract? We are thrilled to offer two key positions within a dynamic team at Southend Hospital.
Step into a crucial role where your expertise directly enhances patient care. We are seeking professionals with an ACT qualification and solid NHS ward experience to join a supportive service. This is more than just a placement; it's an opportunity to become a valued member of the ward team, ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines.
With a contract secured and a competitive pay rate, this role offers the stability and professional challenge you've been looking for.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
In this patient-facing role, you will be an essential part of the ward-based pharmacy team. Your core duties will involve:
Conducting accurate medicine reconciliation for new and existing patients.
Supporting the safe and effective administration of medicines (ATOME).
Providing expert advice and information on medicines to both patients and healthcare staff.
Utilising your ACT qualification to manage dispensary workflows and supervise technical staff.
Ensuring the accurate and timely supply of medications to wards and departments.
Working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to optimise patient treatment plans.
Upholding the highest standards of clinical governance and patient safety.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must hold a recognised Pharmacy Technician qualification and be registered with the GPhC.
- Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) qualification is essential. Evidence will be required.
- A minimum of 1 year of recent NHS ward experience, including direct, face-to-face patient interaction.
- Excellent knowledge of medicines and their use.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Proven ability to work accurately under pressure and manage your own workload.
- Full compliance with mandatory training and immunisation requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must hold a recognised Pharmacy Technician qualification and be registered with the GPhC.
- Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) qualification is essential. Evidence will be required.
- A minimum of 1 year of recent NHS ward experience, including direct, face-to-face patient interaction.
- Excellent knowledge of medicines and their use.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Proven ability to work accurately under pressure and manage your own workload.
- Full compliance with mandatory training and immunisation requirements.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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