Job summary
Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician
To train and take part in the work of the Pharmacy Service.
Attendance one day during the working week (virtual) at a College of Further Education to gain the underpinning knowledge and skills necessary to gain the 'Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians BTEC Level 3 Diploma', or equivalent to facilitate registration with GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician.
All applicants should state all qualifications held including GCSEs, if they are not UK gained qualifications please state if ENIC comparability statement is held.
Please note that this is an apprenticeship post and candidates should ensure that they meet the UK Apprenticeship eligibility criteria.
Main duties of the job
To issue dispensed medicines to patients and confirm that they know how to use them.
To issue supplies of stock preparations for wards, departments and other areas, and to assist with the 'top-up' system.
To assist in the preparation of aseptic and cytotoxic medicines under supervision.
To assist in the maintenance of a clean and efficient environment suitable for the handling and compounding of medicinal substances.
To help to maintain an accurate computerised Pharmacy stock control system; to take part in stock control procedures.
To achieve competence in the technical aspects of Pharmacy Services.
To be responsible for completing a portfolio of evidence to show competence, as required to achieve the Diploma.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in the provision of medicines for the treatment of patients. This will include the following:
To accurately and promptly dispense prescriptions for in-patients, out-patients, day-patients and leave/discharge patients.
To issue dispensed medicines to patients and confirm that they know how to use them.
To issue supplies of stock preparations for wards, departments and other areas, and to assist with the top-up system.
Once trained, to assist with Pharmacy ward-based activities including assessment of patients own medicines and taking patient medication histories under supervision.
To use technical and pharmaceutical skills to prepare medicines in an acceptable form for patients. This will include the following:
To assist in the assembly of medicinal products in accordance with local policies.
To assist in the preparation of aseptic and cytotoxic medicines under supervision.
To assist in the maintenance of a clean and efficient environment suitable for the handling and compounding of medicinal substances.
To ensure proper cleaning, maintenance and use of equipment.
To use technical and pharmaceutical skills to ensure control, security, quality and value for money of medicines. This will include the following:
To assist in maintaining appropriate storage and stock levels of medicines in Pharmacy departments to ensure quality, potency and economy.
To help to maintain an accurate computerised Pharmacy stock control system; to take part in stock control procedures.
To assess and return medicines for re-use in accordance with departmental policy.
To undertake duties connected with the wholesale ordering and receipt of medicines and ensure that the necessary manual and computer records are maintained.
To attain the Diplomas in Pharmaceutical Science and Pharmacy Service Skills (NVQ) Level 3. This will include the following:
To achieve the required attendance and successfully complete the underpinning knowledge required for the Diploma
To achieve competence in the technical aspects of Pharmacy Services.
To be responsible for completing a portfolio of evidence to show competence, as required to achieve the Diploma.
To maintain necessary records.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in the provision of medicines for the treatment of patients. This will include the following:
To accurately and promptly dispense prescriptions for in-patients, out-patients, day-patients and leave/discharge patients.
To issue dispensed medicines to patients and confirm that they know how to use them.
To issue supplies of stock preparations for wards, departments and other areas, and to assist with the top-up system.
Once trained, to assist with Pharmacy ward-based activities including assessment of patients own medicines and taking patient medication histories under supervision.
To use technical and pharmaceutical skills to prepare medicines in an acceptable form for patients. This will include the following:
To assist in the assembly of medicinal products in accordance with local policies.
To assist in the preparation of aseptic and cytotoxic medicines under supervision.
To assist in the maintenance of a clean and efficient environment suitable for the handling and compounding of medicinal substances.
To ensure proper cleaning, maintenance and use of equipment.
To use technical and pharmaceutical skills to ensure control, security, quality and value for money of medicines. This will include the following:
To assist in maintaining appropriate storage and stock levels of medicines in Pharmacy departments to ensure quality, potency and economy.
To help to maintain an accurate computerised Pharmacy stock control system; to take part in stock control procedures.
To assess and return medicines for re-use in accordance with departmental policy.
To undertake duties connected with the wholesale ordering and receipt of medicines and ensure that the necessary manual and computer records are maintained.
To attain the Diplomas in Pharmaceutical Science and Pharmacy Service Skills (NVQ) Level 3. This will include the following:
To achieve the required attendance and successfully complete the underpinning knowledge required for the Diploma
To achieve competence in the technical aspects of Pharmacy Services.
To be responsible for completing a portfolio of evidence to show competence, as required to achieve the Diploma.
To maintain necessary records.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Pharmacy experience either in hospital or community working as an Assistant Technical Officer or Dispenser.
- Knowledge of GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals.
- An interest in Healthcare and the NHS.
Desirable
- Dealing with customers and patients.
- Individual and organisation's role in recognising and minimising errors.
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs at grade C and above, or equivalent, to include English and Maths and a Science subject.
- QCF, NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills.
- Meet Apprenticeship Funding eligibility criteria.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and social skills.
- Produces accurate and precise work.
Desirable
Key Competencies, Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Good team worker, working in partnership with others.
- Positive attitude.
Desirable
- Reflection of own practice.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Pharmacy experience either in hospital or community working as an Assistant Technical Officer or Dispenser.
- Knowledge of GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals.
- An interest in Healthcare and the NHS.
Desirable
- Dealing with customers and patients.
- Individual and organisation's role in recognising and minimising errors.
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs at grade C and above, or equivalent, to include English and Maths and a Science subject.
- QCF, NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills.
- Meet Apprenticeship Funding eligibility criteria.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and social skills.
- Produces accurate and precise work.
Desirable
Key Competencies, Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Good team worker, working in partnership with others.
- Positive attitude.
Desirable
- Reflection of own practice.
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).
