Job summary
Pharmacy Technician MMT - Cancer and Aseptics
Band 5 £28,407 - £34,581 per annum pro rota
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (0.6 WTE). All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Due to exciting changes and significant expansion to the trust cancer services provision we are pleased to be able to offer a number of specialist posts within our pharmacy cancer services team. A new purpose built Aseptic unit opened in March 2020, this is co-located within the Cancer Centre building. A new radiotherapy centre is also being constructed with an anticipated opening date in summer 2024. The main pharmacy department has also undergone a major refurbishment project and installed a new dispensing robot.
We are a department of over 100 staff providing pharmacy services through team-working and prioritising the needs of those we serve. You should be a registered pharmacy technician who is looking to develop their skills further within the pharmacy team; based in the Aseptic Unit you will provide an excellent service to the trust ensuring prompt and efficient production and supply of medicines.
For further information regarding this post please contact Chris Woodard, Aseptic Services Manager on 01908 995709 email Christopher.woodard@mkuh.nhs.uk or Tejal Gorasia, Lead Pharmacist 01908 995725 email Tejal.Gorasia@mkuh.nhs.uk
Interview date:22ndJanuary 2024
Main duties of the job
- To take an active role in the delivery and provision of the medicines optimisation service to clinical areas and to provide support to ward Pharmacists.
- To co-operate with staff in other disciplines to help ensure safe, effective and economic use of drugs
- Dispensing for Inpatients, Outpatients and Discharge.
- Final accuracy checking of dispensed items
- Participating in the pharmacy weekend and bank holiday rotas.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Trust Responsibilities
- To ensure that appropriate levels of service are provided, in the areas you are responsible for, in accordance with statutory requirements and professional standards.
- To be part of the Pharmacy team and work with staff within the Pharmacy Department and across the Trust, to enable the objectives of the Trust to be achieved.
Chemotherapy Day Unit
- To work in the Cancer Centre as the primary contact person between the Chemotherapy Day Unit, Aseptics and the Main Pharmacy Dispensary.
- To problem solve pharmacy related issues that arise at the point of prescribing or drug administration. When necessary take an active role to resolve any pharmacy related problems.
Medicines Management Duties on the Ward
- To contribute to the provision of comprehensive Pharmacy service to the Trust, ensuring compliance with current directives, legislation, audits and Health and Safety.
- To contribute to the delivery of clear Standard Operational Procedures in Pharmacy services in accordance with good practice, legal requirements, and professional standards.
Professional Responsibilities
- To ensure appropriate levels of service are provided in accordance with statutory requirements and the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- To respect confidentiality of information relating to patients and management and to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act.
Education & Training
- To act as a role model for the rest of the technical and support staff by promoting a high standard of work.
- To research and develop new technical activities for implementation into the daily routine of the Pharmacy department.
Research and Audit
- To liaise on pharmaceutical aspects of oncology clinical trials with the lead pharmacist for clinical trials and to ensure the safe and appropriate storage and dispensing of clinical trial drugs.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Trust Responsibilities
- To ensure that appropriate levels of service are provided, in the areas you are responsible for, in accordance with statutory requirements and professional standards.
- To be part of the Pharmacy team and work with staff within the Pharmacy Department and across the Trust, to enable the objectives of the Trust to be achieved.
Chemotherapy Day Unit
- To work in the Cancer Centre as the primary contact person between the Chemotherapy Day Unit, Aseptics and the Main Pharmacy Dispensary.
- To problem solve pharmacy related issues that arise at the point of prescribing or drug administration. When necessary take an active role to resolve any pharmacy related problems.
Medicines Management Duties on the Ward
- To contribute to the provision of comprehensive Pharmacy service to the Trust, ensuring compliance with current directives, legislation, audits and Health and Safety.
- To contribute to the delivery of clear Standard Operational Procedures in Pharmacy services in accordance with good practice, legal requirements, and professional standards.
Professional Responsibilities
- To ensure appropriate levels of service are provided in accordance with statutory requirements and the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- To respect confidentiality of information relating to patients and management and to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act.
Education & Training
- To act as a role model for the rest of the technical and support staff by promoting a high standard of work.
- To research and develop new technical activities for implementation into the daily routine of the Pharmacy department.
Research and Audit
- To liaise on pharmaceutical aspects of oncology clinical trials with the lead pharmacist for clinical trials and to ensure the safe and appropriate storage and dispensing of clinical trial drugs.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician supported by evidence of CPD in line with GPhC requirements
- BTEC + NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Accredited Checking Technician, or willing to work towards accredited checking technician status (successful candidate must achieve this accreditation within 12 months of start date)
- Knowledge of medicines management, including relevant legislation and policies, acquired through basic qualification plus specialist training or experience as a medicine management technician
- Evidence of providing advice in relation to patient care, including on common drug dosage and use. Able to communicate issues or changes to medication regimes or prescribing. Work in partnership with pharmacy staff and staff from other departments.
Experience
Essential
- CPD portfolio demonstrating competent pharmacy practice post-qualification and showing evidence of: the following:
- Competence in medication counselling of patients
- Experience of Hospital Pharmacy or Community Health Services
- Experience of supporting with training of staff
- Experience of participation in audit
Desirable
- Experience in development or formulation of SOPs / guidelines
- Experience of using eCare or other EPMA system
- Experience of report writing
Skills
Essential
- Medication counselling skills
- Standard keyboard skills
- Ability to plan, organise and adjust as necessary to on-going multi-disciplinary initiatives
- Ability to appropriately prioritise competing demands
- Accurate numeracy skills
- Demonstrated dispensing accuracy
Desirable
- Report writing skills
- Skills to develop guidelines or SOPs
- Presentation skills
Personal and people development
Essential
- Accurate and organised
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Able to thrive on development/change
- Self-motivated and organised
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Able to work independently to meet agreed objectives
- Good interpersonal skills
- Empathetic skills
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good listening skills
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician supported by evidence of CPD in line with GPhC requirements
- BTEC + NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Accredited Checking Technician, or willing to work towards accredited checking technician status (successful candidate must achieve this accreditation within 12 months of start date)
- Knowledge of medicines management, including relevant legislation and policies, acquired through basic qualification plus specialist training or experience as a medicine management technician
- Evidence of providing advice in relation to patient care, including on common drug dosage and use. Able to communicate issues or changes to medication regimes or prescribing. Work in partnership with pharmacy staff and staff from other departments.
Experience
Essential
- CPD portfolio demonstrating competent pharmacy practice post-qualification and showing evidence of: the following:
- Competence in medication counselling of patients
- Experience of Hospital Pharmacy or Community Health Services
- Experience of supporting with training of staff
- Experience of participation in audit
Desirable
- Experience in development or formulation of SOPs / guidelines
- Experience of using eCare or other EPMA system
- Experience of report writing
Skills
Essential
- Medication counselling skills
- Standard keyboard skills
- Ability to plan, organise and adjust as necessary to on-going multi-disciplinary initiatives
- Ability to appropriately prioritise competing demands
- Accurate numeracy skills
- Demonstrated dispensing accuracy
Desirable
- Report writing skills
- Skills to develop guidelines or SOPs
- Presentation skills
Personal and people development
Essential
- Accurate and organised
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Able to thrive on development/change
- Self-motivated and organised
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Able to work independently to meet agreed objectives
- Good interpersonal skills
- Empathetic skills
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good listening skills
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
