4221 - Pharmacy EPMA and IT Systems Lead Technician

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

This position is 18 months fixed term / secondment opportunity

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for digital innovation in healthcare?

We are seeking a highly motivated Pharmacy IT Systems Lead Technician to join our dynamic EPMA team in Pharmacy. In this pivotal role, you will play a key role in the ongoing digital transformation of our department.

About the Role:

Collaborate with the BHNFT digital team to lead the further implementation of the EPMA system across the Trust.

Leverage your expertise in IT systems management to oversee the successful rollout and training of the EPMA system.

Work closely with the ICT project team to ensure seamless integration with existing systems like System C products, Phillips ICCA, Ommicell, and PTS5 (or similar platforms).

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in:

System C products (Careflow, Wellsky/JAC and CMM EPMA)

Phillips ICCA (Critical Care ePMA platform)

Ommicell

PTS5 (Prescribing Tracking System) v.5

Or Managing similar IT platforms for Pharmacy.

Main duties of the job

What We Offer:

A hybrid working model, allowing you to work both on-site and from home.

A welcoming and supportive team environment.

The opportunity to make a real difference in patient care.

A progressive and forward-thinking Trust committed to digital innovation.

About Barnsley Hospital NHS Trust:

Barnsley Hospital is a 320-bed district hospital providing a wide range of high-quality acute hospital services. Our EPMA Pharmacy plays a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient medication management for our patients.

Are you ready to join us?

If you are an enthusiastic, friendly, and forward-thinking pharmacy technician with a passion for digital transformation, we encourage you to apply!

The interview date for this role will be: 22/5/2024

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

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Date posted

25 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-4221E-04-24

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation

Person Specification

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Understanding of the need for confidentiality
Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and Data Protection Act

Qualifications

Essential

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
Extended role checking technician (or fulfills the criteria to undertake training)
Educated to diploma level in an IT related subject or equivalent experience.

Values based questions

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job.

Experience

Essential

Experience working in pharmacy within an acute hospital.
Understanding of clinical risk management.
Understanding of Trust mandatory performance measures
Experience of using clinical information systems.
Broad knowledge of EPMA new technologies and the application in healthcare.
Able to work successfully with internal and external stakeholders.
Broad understanding of medication safety principles.

Desirable

Project Management

Person Specification

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Understanding of the need for confidentiality
Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH and Data Protection Act

Qualifications

Essential

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
Extended role checking technician (or fulfills the criteria to undertake training)
Educated to diploma level in an IT related subject or equivalent experience.

Values based questions

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job.

Experience

Essential

Experience working in pharmacy within an acute hospital.
Understanding of clinical risk management.
Understanding of Trust mandatory performance measures
Experience of using clinical information systems.
Broad knowledge of EPMA new technologies and the application in healthcare.
Able to work successfully with internal and external stakeholders.
Broad understanding of medication safety principles.

Desirable

Project Management

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.