Job summary
Would you like the opportunity to work as a part of a progressive, patient focused pharmacy service?
If you are a self-motivated, positive individual & would like to play an integral part in growing the reputation of the pharmacy department, we have the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our expanding pharmacy team. Being one of the largest pharmacy departments in the country, the team at Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust comprises of approximately 500 pharmacy staff working across five sites.
Our inclusive & diverse pharmacy department has a strong clinical presence in all areas. We are innovative and forward-thinking and have invested in a host of technical improvements, including robotics and a state of the art, multi-million-pound technical services unit.
We have permanent positions available both within the dispensaries and on our technician rota. The rotational posts include working in the aseptic unit in addition to the dispensaries.
If you do not already have the relevant experience, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress automatically to a Band 5 Team Leader post once the relevant training and competencies have been achieved. Alternatively, there are many varied career pathways for technicians in our pharmacy department. As job opportunities arise, you will have access to apply for posts that are advertised internally as well as externally.
Main duties of the job
Accredited checking of dispensed medications.
Dispensing medications including controlled drugs and clinical trials.
Mentorship and training responsibilities.
Communicating medicine related information to patients.
After relevant training:
Supervising and organising staff.
Ensuring efficient workflow and prioritisation of work.
In addition rotational duties will also include:
Preparing and processing aseptically prepared products including IV additives, adult and neonatal TPN, cytotoxic and clinical trial materials, in accordance with approved worksheets and SOPs.
Please also note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicant/s will start at Band 4 unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 5. Training is also provided for candidates who may be hired at Band 4 to move up to Band 5.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
A Great place to live & work!
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also mean it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
We have a wealth of facilities you would expect to find in a major city yet maintain a welcoming and accessible feel. We are a friendly city with a prosperous economy and relatively low cost of living, all of which makes for an excellent quality of life.
Known as the outdoor city, it is a lovely place to make your home https://brilliantplace.sth.nhs.uk/the-outdoor-city.html
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Applicants must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. However, if you recently qualified and are awaiting registration or are due to qualify this summer, you may apply and will commence at Agenda for Change Band 3 until the registration process is complete.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Applicants must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. However, if you recently qualified and are awaiting registration or are due to qualify this summer, you may apply and will commence at Agenda for Change Band 3 until the registration process is complete.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC Level 3 Diploma in The Principals and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent (Band 4 and 5)
- GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician (Band 4 and 5)
- Evidence of continuous professional development (Band 4 and 5)
- Microsoft Office Packages - evidence of short courses or relevant experience(Band 4 and 5)
- Accredited checking status (Band 5).
- Must be willing to undertake an accredited checking qualification (Band 4)
- Evidence of relevant professional learning and development, preferably to undergraduate level/ or willing to work towards (Band 5)
- Must be willing to obtain Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (Band 4 and 5)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Labelling and Dispensing (Band 4 and 5)
- Supervisory experience or willing to undertake a range of short courses in HR and management (Band 5)
- Experience of using pharmacy-based computer systems (Band 4 and 5)
- Experience of working as part of a team (Band 4 and 5)
- Excellent customer service skills demonstrable from previous experience working within pharmacy. (Band 4 and 5)
- Ability to demonstrate low dispensing process error rates (Band 5)
- Successful completion of the Band 4 -5 Development Pathway or equivalent experience (Band 5)
- Staff development/training experience (Band 5)
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate low dispensing process error rates (Band 4)
- Supervisory experience or willing to undertake a range of short courses in HR and management (Band 4))
- Experience of working with automated dispensing systems (Band 4 and 5)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Work to high standards of accuracy and reliability demonstrable from previous experience (Band 4 & 5)
- Ability to communicate effectively demonstrable from previous experience (Band 4 & 5)
- Ability to communicate effectively including active listening, writing, and verbally, with individuals on a one-to-one basis and with groups. (Band 5)
- Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to form positive relationships. (Band 4 and 5)
- Evidence that you are able to work independently using own initiative (Band 4 and 5)
- Evidence that you have the ability to prioritise tasks (Band 4 and 5)
- Ability to manage complex workload under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines. (Band 5)
- Evidence that you have the ability to concentrate for long periods and work under pressure.(Band 4 and 5)
- Ability to deal constructively with conflict, complaints, and verbal aggression. Demonstrable from previous experience (Band 5)
Desirable
- Ability to communicate effectively including active listening, writing, and verbally, with individuals on a one-to-one basis and with groups (Band 4)
- Ability to manage complex workload under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines. (Band 4)
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC Level 3 Diploma in The Principals and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent (Band 4 and 5)
- GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician (Band 4 and 5)
- Evidence of continuous professional development (Band 4 and 5)
- Microsoft Office Packages - evidence of short courses or relevant experience(Band 4 and 5)
- Accredited checking status (Band 5).
- Must be willing to undertake an accredited checking qualification (Band 4)
- Evidence of relevant professional learning and development, preferably to undergraduate level/ or willing to work towards (Band 5)
- Must be willing to obtain Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (Band 4 and 5)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Labelling and Dispensing (Band 4 and 5)
- Supervisory experience or willing to undertake a range of short courses in HR and management (Band 5)
- Experience of using pharmacy-based computer systems (Band 4 and 5)
- Experience of working as part of a team (Band 4 and 5)
- Excellent customer service skills demonstrable from previous experience working within pharmacy. (Band 4 and 5)
- Ability to demonstrate low dispensing process error rates (Band 5)
- Successful completion of the Band 4 -5 Development Pathway or equivalent experience (Band 5)
- Staff development/training experience (Band 5)
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate low dispensing process error rates (Band 4)
- Supervisory experience or willing to undertake a range of short courses in HR and management (Band 4))
- Experience of working with automated dispensing systems (Band 4 and 5)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Work to high standards of accuracy and reliability demonstrable from previous experience (Band 4 & 5)
- Ability to communicate effectively demonstrable from previous experience (Band 4 & 5)
- Ability to communicate effectively including active listening, writing, and verbally, with individuals on a one-to-one basis and with groups. (Band 5)
- Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to form positive relationships. (Band 4 and 5)
- Evidence that you are able to work independently using own initiative (Band 4 and 5)
- Evidence that you have the ability to prioritise tasks (Band 4 and 5)
- Ability to manage complex workload under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines. (Band 5)
- Evidence that you have the ability to concentrate for long periods and work under pressure.(Band 4 and 5)
- Ability to deal constructively with conflict, complaints, and verbal aggression. Demonstrable from previous experience (Band 5)
Desirable
- Ability to communicate effectively including active listening, writing, and verbally, with individuals on a one-to-one basis and with groups (Band 4)
- Ability to manage complex workload under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines. (Band 4)
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).
