Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician
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Job summary
This post is a full time, two-year fixed term contract, starting in September 2024
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to undergo a two-year training programme leading to a national qualification as a Pharmacy Technician. The successful applicant/s will attend college to achieve the qualification.
To undertake a training and education programme through Apprenticeship funding. This will include a General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) approved qualification, the level 3 Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Apprenticeship. Candidates must ensure they are eligible for apprenticeship funding.
Main duties of the job
Experience will be gained by rotating through all the specialist sections of the pharmacy department including Dispensary, reception, stores, chemotherapy dispensary, Medicines Information and wards. This post will be 2 days a week in Littlebrook Hospital, one day at college and 2 days at Darent Valley Hospital.
Training will include classroom learning, online learning, practical training through shadowing and mentoring, alongside learning support from the education provider and the Education & Training team in the Pharmacy department and time spent writing assessments and assignments.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Details
Date posted
17 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£21,836 a year plus high cost allowance
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
252-6707529
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
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