Specialist Pharmacy Technician - Digital Medicines

Job responsibilities

To read more information about this role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Service
• GPhC Registration
• Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice

Desirable

• IT Qualification
• HNC/HND Computer Studies or equivalent Pharmacy Computer Systems experience
• ACPT Qualification
• APTUK Membership
• Medicines Optimisation Programme

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Significant experience working in a Hospital Pharmacy environment as a qualified Pharmacy Technician
• Knowledge and experience of working within the NHS
• Practical experience of using pharmacy computer systems, and knowledge of hospital systems such as PAS and EPR
• Awareness of EPMA in Hospitals
• Basic operational knowledge of computer hardware and relevant software
• Good knowledge and use of MS office software including proficiency with word processing, spread sheet, and presentation software applications
• Demonstrated experience of multidisciplinary team (MDT) working
• Experience of working on a ward environment
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)

Desirable

• Experience as a Medicines Management Technician
• Experience in maintaining a drug database for a pharmacy computer system
• Up to date knowledge of NHS IT issues
• Knowledge of reporting software such as crystal reports or business objects

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• There is a requirement to be proficient in the use of Pharmacy Computer systems (such as JAC) in order to meet the job requirements
• Proven evidence of maintaining a broad level of Pharmacy practice and interests
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to trouble shoot and make informed decisions
• Good organisational/time management skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to influence and instruct others
• Ability to work in unknown environments
• Ability to multitask and manage interruptions

Desirable

• Ability to write and implement procedures
• Proven ability to identify and manage risks
• The ability to initiate and implement change

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Proven ability for team working, a "can do" attitude and a positive attitude to change
• Enthusiastic about using IT systems to improve NHS working practices
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to use own initiative
• Meets set targets
• Attention to detail
• Professional demeanour
• Approachable
• Adaptable
• Assertive
• Team Player

Other Requirements

Essential

• Proven work record
• Must be able to use a computer and remain seated for extended periods
• Must be able to perform light lifting
• Able to perform some tasks in restricted positions
• Good dexterity

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).