Job summary
Our Pharmacy Services is offering an excellent opportunity to an ambitious and self-motivated Pharmacy Technician with good communication and interpersonal skills to become an integral part of the medicines management pharmacy team. You will be base at Peterborough City Hospital, however travel between North West Anglia NHS Trust hospital sites may be required. This is a part time role of 22.5 hours a week with these being flexible on arrangement
You will provide an efficient and high-quality medicines management service on a rotational basis across the wards. In conjunction with the clinical pharmacists, you will provide safe and effective care for our patients.
You will be wither qualified to Level 3 National Certificate in Pharmacy Services or equivalent. You should be able to work as an Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) and willing to undertake Medicine Management Skills Module 1 & 2, or equivalent.
We will facilitate and support you with in-house training programmes as outlined by management and the education and training department.
You will be part of the weekend rota attending all the Trust hospital sites as required.
Main duties of the job
You will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care and medicines management services to all areas of North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and areas supplied under Service Level Agreements, ensuring compliance with current medicines legislation.
Your will participate medicines reconciliation, assessment of patient's own medications both on admission and on discharge, one stop dispensing, discharge transcribing, near patient dispensing and patient counselling.
You will support the core dispensary service via the accurate dispensing of prescriptions and utilising the Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Course (ACPT).
You will have joint along with other pharmacy staff for the safety and security of pharmaceuticals, including controlled drugs.
For more information on the role or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Helen Allport at helen.allport@nhs.net or by telephone (01733) 678694.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Attend allocated wards each day and ensure Medicines reconciliations are completed within 24 hours of admittance in line with Trust policies and procedures.
- Ensure patients own drugs are suitable for use in line with departmental and Trust policies and procedures.
- To facilitate the supply of medicines where applicable.
- Ensure appropriate availability of prescribed medicines in POD locker and in line with Trust One Stop Dispensing policy and discharge planning.
- Liaise with dispensary and support services to ensure medications are promptly ordered and received.
- Liaise with ward staff to ensure optimum patient care, discussing any supply problems and offering alternatives if appropriate.
- To prioritise workflow and escalate pharmaceutical issues in a timely manner.
- Ensure stock lists are regularly reviewed with ward staff and the specialist pharmacist.
- Build on patient partnerships to ensure medicines are taken as prescribed and to counsel patients and carers on the safe and effective use of medicines.
- Act as an accredited checking technician, including the final check of patients medication, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Participate in the dispensing and supply of medicines, including cytotoxic drugs, to patients in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Ensure dispensing and prescribing is undertaken in line with the Trust formulary, challenging where appropriate, and ensuring adequate documentation is provided to Primary Care, if agreed to proceed with supply.
- Be actively involved in the discharge process, including the transcription of discharge medications.
- Take an active role in contributing towards the service development and improvement both within pharmacy and the Trust as a whole.
- To participate in any relevant audit or survey being undertaken by the department.
- Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with the framework of the post as required by the Chief/Deputy Chief Pharmacist.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Attend allocated wards each day and ensure Medicines reconciliations are completed within 24 hours of admittance in line with Trust policies and procedures.
- Ensure patients own drugs are suitable for use in line with departmental and Trust policies and procedures.
- To facilitate the supply of medicines where applicable.
- Ensure appropriate availability of prescribed medicines in POD locker and in line with Trust One Stop Dispensing policy and discharge planning.
- Liaise with dispensary and support services to ensure medications are promptly ordered and received.
- Liaise with ward staff to ensure optimum patient care, discussing any supply problems and offering alternatives if appropriate.
- To prioritise workflow and escalate pharmaceutical issues in a timely manner.
- Ensure stock lists are regularly reviewed with ward staff and the specialist pharmacist.
- Build on patient partnerships to ensure medicines are taken as prescribed and to counsel patients and carers on the safe and effective use of medicines.
- Act as an accredited checking technician, including the final check of patients medication, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Participate in the dispensing and supply of medicines, including cytotoxic drugs, to patients in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Ensure dispensing and prescribing is undertaken in line with the Trust formulary, challenging where appropriate, and ensuring adequate documentation is provided to Primary Care, if agreed to proceed with supply.
- Be actively involved in the discharge process, including the transcription of discharge medications.
- Take an active role in contributing towards the service development and improvement both within pharmacy and the Trust as a whole.
- To participate in any relevant audit or survey being undertaken by the department.
- Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with the framework of the post as required by the Chief/Deputy Chief Pharmacist.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- oLevel 3 National Certificate in Pharmacy Services that is recognised as part of the new integrated education standards for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent
- Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (or eligible for registration) with registration maintained during employment
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- oAccredited checking technician (ACPT) certificated by a nationally approved course provider e.g. HEE/UEA (Community based qualifications will be considered on merit and course content)
- Willing to undertake Medicines Management Skills Modules Level 1 & 2 and Medicines Reconciliation Level 3
Experience
Essential
- Proven track record in Pharmacy
- Experience of dispensing
Desirable
- Experience of staff supervision
- Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of current medicines legislation
Desirable
- Knowledge of Ascribe/JAC Pharmacy System
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to organise & prioritise own workload effectively
- Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing
- Good customer care and listening skills
- Awareness of importance of risk management
- Demonstrates initiative
- Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- oLevel 3 National Certificate in Pharmacy Services that is recognised as part of the new integrated education standards for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent
- Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (or eligible for registration) with registration maintained during employment
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- oAccredited checking technician (ACPT) certificated by a nationally approved course provider e.g. HEE/UEA (Community based qualifications will be considered on merit and course content)
- Willing to undertake Medicines Management Skills Modules Level 1 & 2 and Medicines Reconciliation Level 3
Experience
Essential
- Proven track record in Pharmacy
- Experience of dispensing
Desirable
- Experience of staff supervision
- Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of current medicines legislation
Desirable
- Knowledge of Ascribe/JAC Pharmacy System
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to organise & prioritise own workload effectively
- Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing
- Good customer care and listening skills
- Awareness of importance of risk management
- Demonstrates initiative
- Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions
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.
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
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.
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).
