NHS Devon Integrated Care Board

Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician

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Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Pharmacy Technician to work as a Medicines Optimisation Technician as part of the Medicines Optimisation Team. Applicants should be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, influencing and time managements skills.

You will work as an integral member of a dedicated team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians responsible for implementing high quality, cost effective prescribing initiatives.

The ICB has, for many years recognised the value of having both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians supporting GP practices and believe their roles enhance and complement each other so there is an expectation that this post holder will work closely with Primary Care Networks (PCNs).

The successful candidate will be able to prioritise workload, show a degree of flexibility, build key relationships and be confident interacting with a wide range of healthcare professionals and patients. In return for your commitment, enthusiasm, and professionalism, we can offer a friendly and supportive environment. We promote skill mix in the workplace and aim to recognise key strengths of individual team members.

Candidates will be required to travel to the allocated GP practice(s) and very occasionally to other office bases in Devon.

There are two full time permanent roles available across Devon. As an equal opportunities' employer, we always consider flexible working or part time requests.

Main duties of the job

Work on an agreed programme in GP practices within Devon working closely with GPs, other practice staff and members of the primary healthcare team in supporting the development and application of high quality, safe, cost effective, rational, and evidence-based prescribing.
Work and support on agreed projects and initiatives across Devon as required.
Support practices and designated localities / areas to implement the medicines optimisation agenda.
Promote awareness of medicines management and optimisation issues.
Undertake agreed pieces of work in GP practices which could include completing audits, medication changes and communicating directly with patients as required.
Monitor performance of designated practices in relation to the agreed medicines optimisation agenda.
The role supports the business in driving transformation as well as value for money in planning, commissioning, and service.
The post holder will undertake reporting and analysis of information to support delivery.
The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager.

The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.

About us

NHS Devon Integrated Care System

As an Integrated Care System (ICS), we recognise now more than ever that we can only provide the care that people really need by working together. Together for Devon therefore represents a partnership where health and care services work together with local communities to improve peoples health, wellbeing and care. It aims to transform health and care services so they are clinically, socially and financially sustainable.

Our vision is simple: equal chances for everyone in Devon to lead long, happy and healthy lives. To achieve this, we have set out six ambitions for the next five years that will help us transform services including: Effective and efficient care, embedding the Integrated Care Model, the Devon deal (a citizen-led approach to health and care), Children and young people, Digital Devon and ensuring Equality.

About NHS Devon

As part of the Devon ICS, NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is responsible for the majority of county's NHS budget, and develops a plan to improve peoples health, deliver high-quality care and better value for money. The organisation is led by a diverse board, with an aim to improve peoples lives in Devon wherever they live, to reduce health inequalities and make sure we can deliver these services for the long term.

For more information, visit our ICS website www.icsdevon.co.uk and our NHS Devon website www.devon.icb.nhs.uk

Date posted

23 October 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

144-JR004-MO01-23-PH1

Job locations

Pomona House

Oak View Close

Torquay

TQ2 7FF

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Please note that NHS Devon are in the high-level planning stages of moving to a new central, single office based in Pynes Hill, Exeter in the Autumn of 2023. In anticipation of these accommodation changes, your contractual base is likely to be our new Exeter site, however this will be confirmed to you once we have further clarity on our new accommodation.

In the interim, you will temporarily utilise one of our existing office bases (primarily County Hall), as agreed by the manager.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

In the interim, you will temporarily utilise one of our existing office bases (primarily County Hall), as agreed by the manager.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

Member of relevant professional body - Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC
Knowledge of administrative procedures, project management or information analysis
Educated to degree level or extensive experience working in a specialist technical area where professional registration is required

Desirable

Previously worked in similar position within the public sector
Basic knowledge of project principles

Communication Skills

Essential

Ability to communicate complex information and administrative matters, requiring developed interpersonal and oral/ written communication skills

Desirable

Ability to pull together comprehensive draft reports, data and letters
Negotiating, networking and persuasive skills

Analytical Skills

Essential

Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise

Desirable

Ability to analyse and manipulate data

Planning and Management skills

Essential

Skills for supporting project management
Must be able to prioritise own work effectively and be able to direct activities of others
Skills for managing aspects of projects ensuring they meet financial targets

Other

Essential

Ability to work on own initiative
Ability to work to tight and often changing timescales
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with intermediate keyboard skills
Must be willing to travel as role entails visiting GP practices and meetings in different locations within NHS Devon

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

Member of relevant professional body - Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC
Knowledge of administrative procedures, project management or information analysis
Educated to degree level or extensive experience working in a specialist technical area where professional registration is required

Desirable

Previously worked in similar position within the public sector
Basic knowledge of project principles

Communication Skills

Essential

Ability to communicate complex information and administrative matters, requiring developed interpersonal and oral/ written communication skills

Desirable

Ability to pull together comprehensive draft reports, data and letters
Negotiating, networking and persuasive skills

Analytical Skills

Essential

Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise

Desirable

Ability to analyse and manipulate data

Planning and Management skills

Essential

Skills for supporting project management
Must be able to prioritise own work effectively and be able to direct activities of others
Skills for managing aspects of projects ensuring they meet financial targets

Other

Essential

Ability to work on own initiative
Ability to work to tight and often changing timescales
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with intermediate keyboard skills
Must be willing to travel as role entails visiting GP practices and meetings in different locations within NHS Devon

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

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

NHS Devon Integrated Care Board

Address

Pomona House

Oak View Close

Torquay

TQ2 7FF

Employer's website

https://onedevon.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Devon Integrated Care Board

Address

Pomona House

Oak View Close

Torquay

TQ2 7FF

Employer's website

https://onedevon.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)