Medicines Management Technician - Community Services
The closing date is 24 June 2025
Job summary
We are recruiting for aMedicines Management Technician to join our team to provide a medicines management service at ourCommunity Hospital in-patient wards and contribute to safe and effective patient care within a supportive and multidisciplinary environment.
As part of the Medicines Management Team, you'll be responsible for ensuring accurate medicines reconciliation, supporting safe and timely discharges, maintaining high standards of medicines optimisation across designated wards. You will play a key role in managing patients' own drugs, conducting controlled drug reconciliations, and helping to maintain efficient ward stock systems.
We are seeking a GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician with an NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent, and experience in a pharmacy setting. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, and experience in a hospital or secondary care environment is desirable.
Medicines optimisation is at the heart of the service we provide in Oxfordshire's Community Hospitals, so if you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and want to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Main duties of the job
- Complete a 'medicines reconciliation' for all new admissions according to national standards, which will include accessing the Trust Electronic Health Record, contacting hospitals, GP surgeries, community pharmacies and talking to service users/carers to compile a complete and accurate list of current medication
- Conduct Controlled Drug reconciliation on a three-monthly basis and report results to Site Lead and ward/department managers
- Be responsible for the maintenance of the Patients Own Drugs (PODs) scheme for designated wards according to Trust policy
- Train nursing, medical and pharmacy staff in the use of PODs
- To supply non-stock items according to department procedures
- Dispense short leave and discharge prescriptions on site, where appropriate
- Work with clinical teams to review and update ward stock lists for designated wards
Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast 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"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
10 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum | pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
267-CS6855460-3B
Job locations
Central Pharmacy Unit
Sandford Lane
Oxfordshire
OX1 5RP
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Central Pharmacy Unit
Sandford Lane
Oxfordshire
OX1 5RP
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Lead Pharmacist (Community Hospitals)
Michal Ciesielski
michal.ciesielski@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
07864982377
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