Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician
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Job summary
An exciting new role has emerged within the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team.
Are you a Medicines Management Technician or an experienced Pharmacy Technician seeking a new challenge in a Mental Health medicines management role?
We seek a self-motivated and enthusiastic registered Pharmacy Technician to join our amiable team across the City, North, and West of Oxfordshire.
This patient-facing role is part of a new team, with the backing of an established pharmacy team.
It's an excellent opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician eager to aid in the management and rehabilitation of individuals with mental health disorders.
An induction will be provided to ensure a smooth transition into the role, along with support to familiarise with the specialist medications used in mental health.
If you possess the experience and a passion for providing outstanding patient-centred care, we invite you to contact us.
Main duties of the job
The role involves providing Medicines Management support to the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team to optimise the outcomes from medications. Responsibilities include conducting medicines reconciliation, planning discharges, ensuring Medicines Safety and Incident Reporting, participating in audits, and maintaining compliance with the Mental Health Act's medication-related requirements.
The Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment team is supportive, progressive, and amiable, taking pride in the quality of care they deliver.
In this multi-disciplinary and cohesive team, you will have the opportunity to access resources and further develop this novel role.
About us
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As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount
- Pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups
Details
Date posted
24 September 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
267-OA6611606
Job locations
Crisis and Home Treatment Team
Manzil Resource Centre
Oxford
OX4 1XE
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Crisis and Home Treatment Team
Manzil Resource Centre
Oxford
OX4 1XE
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Chief Pharmacy Technician and Operational Manager
Gemma Laurie
Gemma.laurie@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
07827961937
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