Job summary
An exciting opportunity has presented for a self-motivated, enthusiastic and committed individual to develop their dispensary knowledge and leadership skills in this exciting senior role within Inpatient Pharmacy at Guy's hospital.
We are looking for an experienced Pharmacy Technician with ACPT qualification to join our team; they must be GPhC registered, demonstrate a high standard of dispensing in line with CQC standards, participate in the training and development of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team, demonstrate comprehensive communication, adapt and display proactive working within a fast paced demanding dispensary to provide a comprehensive service.
You'll join us as we embark on the delivery of our new Pharmacy 2030 strategy, with members of the Pharmacy Technician team being integral to innovative ways of providing patient care.
You will need to be able to participate in the bank holiday rota and weekend working and late duty support.
Main duties of the job
- Dispense and check accurately inpatient medications in line with KPI's.
- Support the Principal Pharmacy Technician in delegating workflow
- Monitor and assist Senior Assistant Technical officers in PDR's, training and progression.
- Train and support multidisciplinary team, including but not limited to rotation Pre-registration Pharmacist and Student Pharmacy Technicians.
- Maintain, and investigate on behalf of Principal Pharmacy Technician high cost medication and controlled drugs.
- Participate in dispensary meetings and communications
- To undertake CPD and attend courses in practice areas where needs are identified.
For full information about the job, have a look through the Job Description, or get in touch.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts, providing specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services.We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research.
We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Counsels patients and carers on the use of their medication as required.
Deputises for the Principal Technician where relevant.
Carries out the final check of the dispensing process as an accredited checking technician (ACPT).
Supports the Principal Pharmacy Technician to ensure pharmacy assistant, student Pharmacy Technician's and post-qualification pharmacy technician training is accommodated within the department (including dispensing accuracy and ACPT).
Assists the Principal Pharmacy Technician with induction, training and development of staff working within the section/department.
Supports the Principal Pharmacy Technician in ensuring that Trust Policies and Procedures are implemented and adhered to.
Participate and lead dispensary meetings and communications
Participates in the timely, accurate and cost-effective dispensing of medication which may include clinical trials, chemotherapy and unlicensed medicines.
Supports the Principal Pharmacy Technician in the supervision of and technical operation of the dispensary.
Undertakes environmental monitoring for technical quality assurance, where appropriate. This will include investigating and responding to alarms from the temperature monitoring system affected by any temperature alerts.
Resolves stock discrepancies and actions drug alerts.
Carries out appraisals as required and ensures appropriate records are kept
Is involved in recruitment of technical staff and pharmacy assistants when necessary.
Participates in departmental audits and project work as necessary.
Has a responsibility to ensure equipment, furnishings, etc. are maintained.
Works with other senior Pharmacy Technicians and Principal Technicians to maintain good communication and efficient working throughout the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Counsels patients and carers on the use of their medication as required.
Deputises for the Principal Technician where relevant.
Carries out the final check of the dispensing process as an accredited checking technician (ACPT).
Supports the Principal Pharmacy Technician to ensure pharmacy assistant, student Pharmacy Technician's and post-qualification pharmacy technician training is accommodated within the department (including dispensing accuracy and ACPT).
Assists the Principal Pharmacy Technician with induction, training and development of staff working within the section/department.
Supports the Principal Pharmacy Technician in ensuring that Trust Policies and Procedures are implemented and adhered to.
Participate and lead dispensary meetings and communications
Participates in the timely, accurate and cost-effective dispensing of medication which may include clinical trials, chemotherapy and unlicensed medicines.
Supports the Principal Pharmacy Technician in the supervision of and technical operation of the dispensary.
Undertakes environmental monitoring for technical quality assurance, where appropriate. This will include investigating and responding to alarms from the temperature monitoring system affected by any temperature alerts.
Resolves stock discrepancies and actions drug alerts.
Carries out appraisals as required and ensures appropriate records are kept
Is involved in recruitment of technical staff and pharmacy assistants when necessary.
Participates in departmental audits and project work as necessary.
Has a responsibility to ensure equipment, furnishings, etc. are maintained.
Works with other senior Pharmacy Technicians and Principal Technicians to maintain good communication and efficient working throughout the service.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Pharmacy services Level 3 plus an accredited underpinning knowledge (BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent) or equivalent
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Completion of the Accreditation Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme (ACPT) or working towards
Desirable
- Practice/Educational Supervisor qualification
- Leadership qualification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to dispense accurately to set standards
- Demonstrate the ability to solve queries, prioritise and adapt in a hospital setting
- Demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively using clear written and spoken English to overcome barriers to understanding
- Demonstrate the ability to accurately check complex prescriptions
Desirable
- Working with pharmacy software systems, EPIC pharmacy management or equivalent
- Working in a Hospital or community Pharmacy
Previous Experience
Essential
- Demonstrated experience of ability to appraise staff and set performance objectives
- Previous evaluated experience of participation in project and audit work
- ACPT experience within hospital setting
Desirable
- Supervising and mentoring pharmacy staff
- Demonstrate the ability to maintain high cost and controlled drug stock levels
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Pharmacy services Level 3 plus an accredited underpinning knowledge (BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent) or equivalent
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Completion of the Accreditation Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme (ACPT) or working towards
Desirable
- Practice/Educational Supervisor qualification
- Leadership qualification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to dispense accurately to set standards
- Demonstrate the ability to solve queries, prioritise and adapt in a hospital setting
- Demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively using clear written and spoken English to overcome barriers to understanding
- Demonstrate the ability to accurately check complex prescriptions
Desirable
- Working with pharmacy software systems, EPIC pharmacy management or equivalent
- Working in a Hospital or community Pharmacy
Previous Experience
Essential
- Demonstrated experience of ability to appraise staff and set performance objectives
- Previous evaluated experience of participation in project and audit work
- ACPT experience within hospital setting
Desirable
- Supervising and mentoring pharmacy staff
- Demonstrate the ability to maintain high cost and controlled drug stock levels
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).
