Job summary
We would like to welcome an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to our team to provide training, support and development for staff in the dispensary at St Richards hospital Pharmacy department.
This is an ideal opportunity to develop new skills and experience in an area of pharmacy practice which is increasingly becoming an important part of our commitment to our patients and staff.
This position will provide the ideal candidate with the opportunity to expand on a training plan for new starters, evolve teaching to bring the Trusts outstanding status forwards with a focus on enhancing quality, and an improvement in staff engagement and retention.
The applicant must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and be confident dealing with a wide range of healthcare professionals.
If you have a passion for teaching and training, and share our commitment of putting the patient first, we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To provide a comprehensive pharmacy service to the patients of University Hospitals Sussex and Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will be responsible for providing the training and support to staff gaining qualifications/accreditations within the dispensary, and to support the induction of new staff entering the department.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To line manage and supervise the work of the dispensary Senior Pharmacy assistants.
- To support the supervision of Pharmacy assistants, Apprentices, volunteers within the dispensary to ensure cohesive working relationships.
- Ensure mandatory training and appraisals are kept up to date for the team.
- Strive to achieve (excellent care every time) and the ideals that guide everything we do.
- Demonstrate the Trusts core values at all time: Compassion, communication, teamwork, respect, professionalism and inclusion.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To line manage and supervise the work of the dispensary Senior Pharmacy assistants.
- To support the supervision of Pharmacy assistants, Apprentices, volunteers within the dispensary to ensure cohesive working relationships.
- Ensure mandatory training and appraisals are kept up to date for the team.
- Strive to achieve (excellent care every time) and the ideals that guide everything we do.
- Demonstrate the Trusts core values at all time: Compassion, communication, teamwork, respect, professionalism and inclusion.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC
- Accredited Medicines Reconciliation Qualification
- Accuracy checking qualification
- NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services, BTEC Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent
- Accredited Checking Technician Qualification
Desirable
- Training qualification/experience
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of learning styles
- Ability to communicate effectively and provide feedback
- Education supervisor training
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC
- Accredited Medicines Reconciliation Qualification
- Accuracy checking qualification
- NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services, BTEC Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent
- Accredited Checking Technician Qualification
Desirable
- Training qualification/experience
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of learning styles
- Ability to communicate effectively and provide feedback
- Education supervisor training
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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).
