Job summary
We are looking to recruit a highly skilled Senior Pharmacy Technician with substantial hospital pharmacy knowledge and experience of managing /supervising a team and services that include dispensary, ward and distribution.
Your role will include the maintenance and development of a safe, efficient and professional hospital pharmacy dispensary. The post holder will develop a responsive dispensary service that meets patient and hospital staff needs in accordance with legislation and guidance.
Main duties of the job
You will ensure that all staff involved in dispensary services are trained to a high standard, working in accordance with Trust policy, departmental procedures and regional and national standards of practice.You should possess the drive to successfully implement change to improve the patient experience through innovation and leadership. You must have excellent communication and organisational skills as well as the ability to demonstrate commitment to self-development and the development of others. You will be responsible for the efficient running of the dispensary, this will include staff management, training, recruitment, performance management and stock management within the dispensary. There will also be a requirement to audit and develop your area of responsibility.
About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician
- BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services and NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services. Or the recognised equivalent to the above
- BTEC Professional Development Certificate in Dispensing Technician Checking Or the recognised equivalent to the above
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience within an acute hospital pharmacy environment
- Experience of all areas of hospital Pharmacy Services, including Dispensary and Ward Services
Desirable
- Experience of staff management
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage change
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Good leadership skills
- Experience of teaching, guidance and mentoring
- Organisational and management skills
- Well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well at all levels
- Proven ability and skill in dealing with emergencies and problems
- Flexible approach to meet the demands of the service
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent working knowledge of current pharmacy practice
- Good pharmacological knowledge
- A knowledge of pharmacy stock control systems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician
- BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services and NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services. Or the recognised equivalent to the above
- BTEC Professional Development Certificate in Dispensing Technician Checking Or the recognised equivalent to the above
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience within an acute hospital pharmacy environment
- Experience of all areas of hospital Pharmacy Services, including Dispensary and Ward Services
Desirable
- Experience of staff management
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage change
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Good leadership skills
- Experience of teaching, guidance and mentoring
- Organisational and management skills
- Well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well at all levels
- Proven ability and skill in dealing with emergencies and problems
- Flexible approach to meet the demands of the service
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent working knowledge of current pharmacy practice
- Good pharmacological knowledge
- A knowledge of pharmacy stock control systems
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).