Job summary
Senior Pharmacy Technician dispensary - Band 5 - 15 months fixed term
To support the dispensary manager / assistant dispensary manager with the day-to-day management of the dispensary, including organisation of workload and supervision of all staff in the dispensary.
To be an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT)
To line-manage staff
To improve dispensary processes, by facilitating the safe and efficient supply of medicines to patients.
To communicate with the
- Dispensary Manager,
- Assistant Dispensary Manager,
- Dispensary pharmacist(s)
- Patients/carers
- Other members of the pharmacy and multidisciplinary team this is to facilitate seamless care for patients.
Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Undertake responsibility for the smooth running of the dispensary and resolving problems as they arise in the absence of an assistant dispensary manager
- To supervise the provision of dispensary-based services, including inpatients, and outpatients to agreed performance targets with guidance and support from the dispensary manager/ assistant dispensary manager.
- Undertake day to day supervision of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants in the absence of the Assistant Dispensary Manager to deliver patient focused quality care.
- Post holder will also support in the training and development of all grades of staff allocated to dispensary.
- Participate in the Practice Supervisor training programme in order to provide technical support and training to junior staff in these areas.
- Assist in the management of Clinical Trials in the absence of assistant dispensary manager
- Assist in the organisational management and supervision in the main dispensary and the co-ordination of medicine supplies with the stores and in main dispensary.
- To investigate stock level discrepancies within the dispensary in line with current procedures.
- To assist with/write standard operating procedures for the dispensary
- To organise and conduct dispensary induction and training for staff whenever necessary
About us
Croydon Health Services provides integrated NHS services to care for people at home, in schools, and in health clinics across the borough as well as at Croydon University Hospital and Purley War Memorial Hospital.
CUH provides more than 100 specialist services and is home to the borough's only Emergency Department and 24/7 maternity services, including a labour ward, midwifery-led birth center, and the Crocus home birthing team.
Purley War Memorial Hospital (PWMH) in the south of the borough offers outpatient care, including diagnostic services, physiotherapy and ophthalmology services run by Moorfields Eye Hospital, alongside an onsite GP surgery.
Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after for people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset.
Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*****Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details*****
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Undertake responsibility for the smooth running of the dispensary and resolving problems as they arise in the absence of an assistant dispensary manager
- To supervise the provision of dispensary-based services, including inpatients, and outpatients to agreed performance targets with guidance and support from the dispensary manager/ assistant dispensary manager.
- Undertake day to day supervision of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants in the absence of the Assistant Dispensary Manager to deliver patient focused quality care.
- Post holder will also support in the training and development of all grades of staff allocated to dispensary.
- Participate in the Practice Supervisor training programme in order to provide technical support and training to junior staff in these areas.
- Assist in the management of Clinical Trials in the absence of assistant dispensary manager
- Assist in the organisational management and supervision in the main dispensary and the co-ordination of medicine supplies with the stores and in main dispensary.
- To investigate stock level discrepancies within the dispensary in line with current procedures.
- To assist with/write standard operating procedures for the dispensary
- To organise and conduct dispensary induction and training for staff whenever necessary
Job description
Job responsibilities
*****Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details*****
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Undertake responsibility for the smooth running of the dispensary and resolving problems as they arise in the absence of an assistant dispensary manager
- To supervise the provision of dispensary-based services, including inpatients, and outpatients to agreed performance targets with guidance and support from the dispensary manager/ assistant dispensary manager.
- Undertake day to day supervision of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants in the absence of the Assistant Dispensary Manager to deliver patient focused quality care.
- Post holder will also support in the training and development of all grades of staff allocated to dispensary.
- Participate in the Practice Supervisor training programme in order to provide technical support and training to junior staff in these areas.
- Assist in the management of Clinical Trials in the absence of assistant dispensary manager
- Assist in the organisational management and supervision in the main dispensary and the co-ordination of medicine supplies with the stores and in main dispensary.
- To investigate stock level discrepancies within the dispensary in line with current procedures.
- To assist with/write standard operating procedures for the dispensary
- To organise and conduct dispensary induction and training for staff whenever necessary
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPHC
- Holds ACPT or must be working towards
Desirable
- Qualified D32 / D33 or NVQ Assessor
- 4 years relevant pharmaceutical experience
- HEE Medicines Optimisation certificate / equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant and proven post qualification experience in hospital pharmacy
- Proven ward based experience (minimum six months or more)
- Education and Training of Pharmacy Staff
- Supervision of Staff
- Top-up/distribution service
Desirable
- Knowledge of JAC computer system
- Working in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Dispensing experience including patient counselling
- Understanding of a range of work procedures and current practices
- Developing, structuring and scheduling plans or relevant experience
- Knowledge of CPD
- Good knowledge of stock control
Desirable
- Knowledge of NVQ and accreditation systems
- Knowledge of regulations, legislations and GPhC standards of practice for pharmacy professionals
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good written / verbal communication skills
- Provides specialist technical services or relevant experience
- Good organisation and time-management skills
- Staff supervisory experience
- Good computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Excel / Word & Powerpoint
Desirable
- Presentation Skills
- Involvement in project work including audit analysis / drug ordering patterns and stock issue problems
Other
Essential
- Motivated / Confident / Enthusiastic / Self Starter
- Meet deadlines consistently
- Prioritise own work and delegate to others
- Role model and Team Player
- Empathy and sensitive to patient needs
Desirable
- Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPHC
- Holds ACPT or must be working towards
Desirable
- Qualified D32 / D33 or NVQ Assessor
- 4 years relevant pharmaceutical experience
- HEE Medicines Optimisation certificate / equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant and proven post qualification experience in hospital pharmacy
- Proven ward based experience (minimum six months or more)
- Education and Training of Pharmacy Staff
- Supervision of Staff
- Top-up/distribution service
Desirable
- Knowledge of JAC computer system
- Working in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Dispensing experience including patient counselling
- Understanding of a range of work procedures and current practices
- Developing, structuring and scheduling plans or relevant experience
- Knowledge of CPD
- Good knowledge of stock control
Desirable
- Knowledge of NVQ and accreditation systems
- Knowledge of regulations, legislations and GPhC standards of practice for pharmacy professionals
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good written / verbal communication skills
- Provides specialist technical services or relevant experience
- Good organisation and time-management skills
- Staff supervisory experience
- Good computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Excel / Word & Powerpoint
Desirable
- Presentation Skills
- Involvement in project work including audit analysis / drug ordering patterns and stock issue problems
Other
Essential
- Motivated / Confident / Enthusiastic / Self Starter
- Meet deadlines consistently
- Prioritise own work and delegate to others
- Role model and Team Player
- Empathy and sensitive to patient needs
Desirable
- Ability to work under pressure
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
