Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a forward thinking Technician to join the Distribution team. We are looking for a self-motivated and adaptable Technician with good communication skills to take on this challenging post.
The post holder will provide support to Distribution Manager who is responsible for managing the safe receipt, storage and distribution of all medicines. The role will involve providing senior oversight of the stores and distribution activities and assist in helping to ensure that a high standard of good stock control is maintained within the department. The purpose of this post is to lead the day to day activities of the distribution team and assist and train to be a super user for Pharmacy Automation Systems
Main duties of the job
Main responsibilities include:
- Deputise for the Distribution Manager to cover in their absence
- Manage day to day services to meetcompliance with GDP and MHRA requirements
- Staff management of the pharmacy drug distribution, implementation/maintenance of procedures/standards, monitoring of performance and training of staff in areas relating to distribution
- Train to be a super userfor the pharmacy stock control computer system,Omnicell system andpharmacy automation
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
- Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
- St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
- Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
- Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
The Pharmacy department is well established, developed and modern, so we are looking for a committed Technician who will contribute to our on going success.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work as part of a friendly and supportive team of Technical staff and Pharmacists.
At London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust we encourage and support staff development and promote CPD.
Candidates must be registered Pharmacy Technician with General Pharmaceutical Council.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work as part of a friendly and supportive team of Technical staff and Pharmacists.
At London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust we encourage and support staff development and promote CPD.
Candidates must be registered Pharmacy Technician with General Pharmaceutical Council.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Current Registration with GPhC
- NVQ Level 3 or BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or an equivalent pharmacy technician qualification.
Desirable
- NVQ A1 Assessor
- Accredited checker
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience in pharmacy stores and distribution activities
- Broad based hospital pharmacy experience as a pharmacy technician
Desirable
- Experience in managing pharmacy automation systems
- Experience in using JAC
- Previous Omnicell experience
Skills, Abilities & Attributes
Essential
- Team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Organisation and prioritisation skills
HEART Values
Essential
- Demonstrate commitment to Trust HEART values - Honesty, Equality, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Current Registration with GPhC
- NVQ Level 3 or BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or an equivalent pharmacy technician qualification.
Desirable
- NVQ A1 Assessor
- Accredited checker
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience in pharmacy stores and distribution activities
- Broad based hospital pharmacy experience as a pharmacy technician
Desirable
- Experience in managing pharmacy automation systems
- Experience in using JAC
- Previous Omnicell experience
Skills, Abilities & Attributes
Essential
- Team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Organisation and prioritisation skills
HEART Values
Essential
- Demonstrate commitment to Trust HEART values - Honesty, Equality, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork
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).
