Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

3657 - Lead Pharmacy Technician - EPMA

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Job summary

Interview Date: 20th December 2023

Are you an enthusiastic, friendly, & forward-thinking pharmacy technician? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic EPMA team in Pharmacy, where innovation & excellence thrive. We are on the lookout for a dedicated professional to collaborate with our BHNFT digital team, ensuring the successful further implementation of the Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) system across our Trust.

Our digital journey is far from over, with plans to extend the EPMA system to the maternity, paediatrics, and Emergency departments next year. As Barnsley Hospital embarks on full digital transformation, we are expanding our EPMA team to meet the growing demand for CMM EPMA rollout & to develop the formulary for our critical care e-prescribing solution within the Phillips ICCA solution, recently implemented at our Intensive Care Unit in September 2023.

What makes this opportunity even more exciting is our commitment to flexibility. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to work both on-site and from the comfort of your home. At Barnsley Hospital, you'll find a welcoming culture, top-notch performance, and a convenient location.

If you are ready to be part of a progressive, supportive team & contribute to a brighter future for healthcare, apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey at EPMA Pharmacy team in Barnsley Hospital!

Secondment opportunity available. Your expertise and enthusiasm will be warmly welcomed

Main duties of the job

To work in conjunction with, and under the supervision of, the Lead Pharmacist Electronic Prescribing & Medicines Administration (EPMA) to implement and optimise an Electronic Prescribing & Medicines Administration (EPMA) system, and ensure on-going management of that system.

To assist with the development, and audit, of a training programme for IT, pharmacy, and other healthcare professionals in the use of electronic prescribing and associated systems.

To work with appropriate colleagues to ensure an accurate, and up to date, database of drug files for use by the pharmacy system and EPMA, including; the drug catalogue, order sets, administration regimens, prescribing advice, and formulary restrictions.

Acting as a proactive member of the EPMA Team, and working closely with; EPMA Project Manager, IM&T, Lead Pharmacist EPMA, and the EPMA system supplier, to provide expert technical advice on further implementation of the CMM EPMA system.

To support the Lead Pharmacist EPMA in ensuring that the EPMA system provides an integrated, or interfaced, solution with other clinical and operational IT systems, including the Pharmacy IT system.

To complete the necessary pharmacy duties to maintain registration competencies.

To attend appropriate training courses for technicians, to encourage other staff to undertake further training and to participate in such training schemes as necessary to keep relevant pharmaceutical clinical and technical knowledge up to date.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link attached to this advert to check your eligibility.

**Please note funding for travel and associated relocation costs may not be covered by the Trust**

Please see further details below.

Date posted

29 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-3657E-11-23

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
Extended role checking technician (or fulfills the criteria to undertake training)

Desirable

Educated to diploma level in an IT related subject or equivalent experience.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe how you contribute to a well functioning team.

Experience

Essential

In-patient/Out-patient dispensing experience
Significant experience post qualification to include previous hospital experience
Advanced computer keyboard/labelling skills requiring accurate data input working within narrow margins of error.
Knowledge of ward/department pharmacy logistics.
Knowledge of Trust/departmental policies and procedures.
Critical thinking reviewing or writing SOPs and policies.

Desirable

Project Management

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Understanding of the need for confidentiality
Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and Data Protection Act

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
Extended role checking technician (or fulfills the criteria to undertake training)

Desirable

Educated to diploma level in an IT related subject or equivalent experience.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe how you contribute to a well functioning team.

Experience

Essential

In-patient/Out-patient dispensing experience
Significant experience post qualification to include previous hospital experience
Advanced computer keyboard/labelling skills requiring accurate data input working within narrow margins of error.
Knowledge of ward/department pharmacy logistics.
Knowledge of Trust/departmental policies and procedures.
Critical thinking reviewing or writing SOPs and policies.

Desirable

Project Management

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Understanding of the need for confidentiality
Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and Data Protection Act

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)