Job summary
To manage the provision of patient focused pharmaceutical care with emphasis on the technical aspects of ordering, dispensing, issuing, distribution and stock control on medicines, in conjunction with the Pharmacy Patient Services Manager.
To manage and co-ordinate pharmacy IT technical services in conjunction with the other Senior Technicians.
To manage the pharmacy computer systems in conjunction with the other Senior Technicians including development and management of SOP's.
To assist in co-ordinating and developing the technical IT aspects of dispensing and issuing medicines within the dispensary in relation to the provision of patient-focused pharmaceutical care.
To ensure that the pharmacy system supports, where possible, EPR processes
To coordinate and provide training to all pharmacy staff on the pharmacy systems
To provide optimisation, development, and support of the Trust's EPR System pertaining to medicines under the direction of the lead EPR Pharmacist and EPR Manager
Main duties of the job
To manage the provision of patient focused pharmaceutical care with emphasis on the technical aspects of ordering, dispensing, issuing, distribution and stock control on medicines, in conjunction with the Pharmacy Patient Services Manager.
To manage and co-ordinate pharmacy IT technical services in conjunction with the other Senior Technicians.
To manage the pharmacy computer systems in conjunction with the other Senior Technicians including development and management of SOP's.
To assist in co-ordinating and developing the technical IT aspects of dispensing and issuing medicines within the dispensary in relation to the provision of patient-focused pharmaceutical care.
To ensure that the pharmacy system supports, where possible, EPR processes
To coordinate and provide training to all pharmacy staff on the pharmacy systems
To provide optimisation, development, and support of the Trust's EPR System pertaining to medicines under the direction of the lead EPR Pharmacist and EPR Manager
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details and requirements regarding this position, please see the attached job description and person specification documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details and requirements regarding this position, please see the attached job description and person specification documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC (Pharmaceutical Sciences) and NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- BTEC (technician checking)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Training and experience in analysis of clinical databases
- Understanding of change management processes
- Training or experience in IT or informatics
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified for at least 4 years (3 years minimum hospital pharmacy experience)
- Experience in education and training of staff
- Experience of staff management, appraisal and objective setting
- Ability to work to a high specification of accuracy
Desirable
- Ward work experience (e.g. checking Patient's Own Drugs)
- Configuration experience of Allscripts SCM, EMIS and Hyland Onbase solutions
- Understanding of wider functionality and opportunities available through the use of an EPR
- Practical use of current LHCH electronic solutions
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent organisational and planning skills
- Excellent IT skills
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Enthusiastic and self motivated
- Projects professional image
- Available to participate in the rota for weekend working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC (Pharmaceutical Sciences) and NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- BTEC (technician checking)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Training and experience in analysis of clinical databases
- Understanding of change management processes
- Training or experience in IT or informatics
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified for at least 4 years (3 years minimum hospital pharmacy experience)
- Experience in education and training of staff
- Experience of staff management, appraisal and objective setting
- Ability to work to a high specification of accuracy
Desirable
- Ward work experience (e.g. checking Patient's Own Drugs)
- Configuration experience of Allscripts SCM, EMIS and Hyland Onbase solutions
- Understanding of wider functionality and opportunities available through the use of an EPR
- Practical use of current LHCH electronic solutions
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent organisational and planning skills
- Excellent IT skills
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Enthusiastic and self motivated
- Projects professional image
- Available to participate in the rota for weekend working
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).
