Job summary
Annex 21 - 70% top of band 4 for 1st year, 75% top of band 4 for 2nd year
Working under the leadership and guidance of UEA and GWH, the post holder will be responsible for completing a LEVEL 4 certificate in higher education in Pharmacy Technician Practice.
The successful post holders are expected to be a part of a dynamic and progressive team and will be exposed to different sectors within the hospital setting for a diverse educational and working experience.
It is expected that the post holder will undertake in-depth, practical on-the- job training and participate in online remote learning and regional study days under the close instruction and supervision of an Educational Supervisor (ES). They will also be provided with 20% off-the -job hours (OTJH) with expectations to undertake a significant amount of self-directed study in their own time.
On completion, the post holder will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a pharmacy technician.
Main duties of the job
Rotate through all sections of the pharmacy department in order to complete training to achieve competencies in the following areas: Dispensary, Procurement and Distribution, Medicines information and Clinical services (Patient-facing environment).In addition, short external placements may also be offered, giving the post-holder the opportunity to visit and understand different roles within the Pharmacy sector. Audits will be mandatory to meet Trust standards in all departments.
The successful candidate must hold a minimum of 4 GCSEs grade A* - C (new grades 9 - 4) or equivalent. They must be flexible in their approach to work and demonstrate good time management skills and a commitment to continuous professional development.
About us
The diverse and welcoming inpatient pharmacy department will fully support you during your time with us. We will help to facilitate your training whilst giving you the opportunity to work in a busy working environment; building confidence and gaining invaluable hospital-based experience
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role is designed to give a comprehensive learning opportunity to gain the relevant experiences to register as a pharmacy technician. Students will be expected to work towards becoming integral members of the pharmacy team by supporting the dispensary, wards and stock management. This is done whilst completing their studies and completing the necessary evidences required by UEA.
The student will be responsible for engaging with the UEA and liaising with their educational supervisor. There will be opportunities to source placements either independently or collaboratively to further their learning experience.
Duties include but are not extensive to:
Dispensing prescriptionsClinical Services (Patient facing)Procurement and distribution /Ward top upsMedicines InformationAudits (both trust and UEA)Public Health campaignsHealth and safetyIncident reporting
This is a great opportunity to become a pharmacy technician with hospital experience and learn how you can help improve patient care and outcomes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role is designed to give a comprehensive learning opportunity to gain the relevant experiences to register as a pharmacy technician. Students will be expected to work towards becoming integral members of the pharmacy team by supporting the dispensary, wards and stock management. This is done whilst completing their studies and completing the necessary evidences required by UEA.
The student will be responsible for engaging with the UEA and liaising with their educational supervisor. There will be opportunities to source placements either independently or collaboratively to further their learning experience.
Duties include but are not extensive to:
Dispensing prescriptionsClinical Services (Patient facing)Procurement and distribution /Ward top upsMedicines InformationAudits (both trust and UEA)Public Health campaignsHealth and safetyIncident reporting
This is a great opportunity to become a pharmacy technician with hospital experience and learn how you can help improve patient care and outcomes.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade A* - C (new grades 9 - 4) to include Maths, English and at least 1 Science subjects
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to listen and undertake instruction
- Demonstrates sensitivity in dealing with staff and service users
- Ability to self-manage and to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Desirable
- Previous experience in a pharmacy role
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to study as well as working full time
- Ability to organise allocated study time at work, and continued study in your own time to complete work to agreed deadlines
- Ability to work accurately and follow procedures, and understand importance in relation to job
- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
- Experience of working with IT systems and Basic Microsoft applications
Desirable
- Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
- Knowledge of Medicines Optimisation Principles
- Knowledge of Wholesaler Dealership Authorisation (WDA)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade A* - C (new grades 9 - 4) to include Maths, English and at least 1 Science subjects
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to listen and undertake instruction
- Demonstrates sensitivity in dealing with staff and service users
- Ability to self-manage and to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Desirable
- Previous experience in a pharmacy role
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to study as well as working full time
- Ability to organise allocated study time at work, and continued study in your own time to complete work to agreed deadlines
- Ability to work accurately and follow procedures, and understand importance in relation to job
- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
- Experience of working with IT systems and Basic Microsoft applications
Desirable
- Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
- Knowledge of Medicines Optimisation Principles
- Knowledge of Wholesaler Dealership Authorisation (WDA)
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Western Hospital Foundation Trust
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
Employer's website
https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
