Medicines Management Technician (Band 4-5 Progression)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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More detail about the role

Are you a passionate and motivated pharmacy technician looking for an exciting new opportunity? Our Medicines Management Service at the Barnstaple site of Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic registered pharmacy technician to join our forward-thinking team.

We are looking to recruit a Band 5 pharmacy technician who already holds an accredited checking qualification and a medicines management qualification. However, if youre a newly qualified or registered pharmacy technician eager to develop your skills, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to work towards a Band 5 post and gain these qualifications within 6-12 months of appointment, with full support from our experienced team.

As a key member of our multidisciplinary and clinical teams, youll play a vital role in delivering high-quality pharmacy and medicines management services, ensuring the best possible care for our patients. Your work will include providing a ward-based service to medical and surgical wards, as well as supporting the dispensary team to enhance patient safety and experience.

We understand that choosing the right role is important, and wed love to give you the opportunity to see our team in action. If youre interested in learning more, we invite you to arrange a tour of our department and meet some of our fantastic team members. Feel free to reach out, wed be delighted to welcome you!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you!

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week with occasional weekend and Bank Holiday working.

Interview Date: Friday 9th May 2025

For further information please contact: Kevin Roper, Lead Pharmacy Technician (Medicines Management) on 01271335994 or email kevin.roper@nhs.net.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Desirable

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX314JB

Employer's website

https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)