Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a registered Pharmacy Technician with Hospital Pharmacy experience and a keen interest in utilising technology in the provision of Pharmacy Services.
We are looking for an experienced Pharmacy Technician with extensive Purchasing and Distribution experience and a keen interest in Service development.You will ensure a safe, high quality patient centred service, by planning, developing, monitoring and evaluating the service by auditing.You will need to ensure that appropriate training is provided for all staff working in the area and ensure complete training records are available and maintained.
You will also be responsible for managing the Band 5 in Distribution andwill provide support to enable them to manage the Distribution Team. You will ensure that the rotational Band 4 in Purchasing is appropriately trained and supported.
Applicants must have the NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 qualification(or equivalent) and BTEC or equivalent certificate and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Main duties of the job
You will also be responsible for managing the Band 5 in Distribution andwill provide support to enable them to manage the Distribution Team. You will ensure that the rotational Band 4 in Purchasing is appropriately trained and supported.
About us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Combined Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) Level 3 (City and Guilds) and Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (QCF) or equivalent qualification supported by Pharmacy work experience.
- GPh.C. registered Pharmacy Technician
Desirable
- The following qualifications in progress or willing to work towards: CIPS, Supervisory or Management qualification
CIPS, Supervisory or Management qualification D A Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Dispensing and Distribution stock control systems
- Knowledge of contractual terms and conditions relating to financial aspects of medicines ordering
- Management or supervisory experience of technical support staff
Desirable
- Use of medicines in specialist area of paediatrics
- Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Computer skills including Power Point, Excel
Person Specification
Combined Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) Level 3 (City and Guilds) and Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (QCF) or equivalent qualification supported by Pharmacy work experience.
- GPh.C. registered Pharmacy Technician
Desirable
- The following qualifications in progress or willing to work towards: CIPS, Supervisory or Management qualification
CIPS, Supervisory or Management qualification D A Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Dispensing and Distribution stock control systems
- Knowledge of contractual terms and conditions relating to financial aspects of medicines ordering
- Management or supervisory experience of technical support staff
Desirable
- Use of medicines in specialist area of paediatrics
- Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Computer skills including Power Point, Excel
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
