Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated, digitally experienced pharmacy technician to join the ePMA Team to work closely with the ePMA clinical lead and ePMA lead pharmacy technician to help in the configuration, planning and implementation of our chosen ePMA system to be used Trust wide for in-patients and outpatient services.
The trust has completed the first phase of their role out within mental health inpatient ward and therefore it is a very exciting time to get involved in this project as we start the next phase.
Participation in the extended hours roster during go lives, and you will also be expected to participate in the pharmacy weekend working rota.
Main duties of the job
If you were successful in your application you would expect to be a key member of the ePMA/Digital medicines project clinical team and also of the wider pharmacy team.
You will work closely with the ePMA clinical lead and ePMA lead pharmacy technician using expert knowledge and experience to support the development and continued use of the ePMA system.
As key member of the clinical ePMA team you will be actively involved in the training Trust staff in the use of the ePMA system as well as supporting development of training packages.
You will also help with implementation of medicines configuration on the ePMA systems and also in assessing requests from ePMA users for amendments to medicines configuration settings.
You will be involved in Go Live week floor walking to ensure the safe and successful delivery of ePMA across all the Trust sites. This will include some flexible working patterns to ensure support can be offered across all the medication administration rounds.
You will maintain clinical activity on a sessional basis in the dispensary and/or on wards, to maintain a your clinical skills.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
FLEXIBLE WORKING! The ePMA pharmacy team spend the majority of their time working from home but applicants will be expected to do at least one day a week clinical and to support on site during go live weeks for ePMA across the trust.
For more information please refer to the attached job description or contact the ePMA clinical lead.
Job description
Job responsibilities
FLEXIBLE WORKING! The ePMA pharmacy team spend the majority of their time working from home but applicants will be expected to do at least one day a week clinical and to support on site during go live weeks for ePMA across the trust.
For more information please refer to the attached job description or contact the ePMA clinical lead.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Competence in the use of Microsoft Office
- Good Knowledge of Pharmacy Patient Record and Supply Systems
Desirable
- Microsoft Project Knowledge
- Experience or knowledge of ePMA systems
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent with experience
- GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician
- Evidence of CPD
- Excellent IT Skills
- Either Medicines Management Accreditation or ACT Accreditation
Desirable
- IT qualification e.g. MOST
- Project Management e.g. PRINCE
- Both Medicines Management Accreditation and ACT Accreditation
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Organisational Ability
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually
- Abilit to cope with the demands of constantly changing priorities
- Excellent communications skills
- Drivers License or ability to travel between sites
Desirable
- Project Management Experience
- Supervisory Experience
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years post qualification hospital experience
Desirable
- Experience of training other healthcare professionals
- Experience of working with an ePMA system
- Experience working within a Multidisciplinary Team
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Competence in the use of Microsoft Office
- Good Knowledge of Pharmacy Patient Record and Supply Systems
Desirable
- Microsoft Project Knowledge
- Experience or knowledge of ePMA systems
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent with experience
- GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician
- Evidence of CPD
- Excellent IT Skills
- Either Medicines Management Accreditation or ACT Accreditation
Desirable
- IT qualification e.g. MOST
- Project Management e.g. PRINCE
- Both Medicines Management Accreditation and ACT Accreditation
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Organisational Ability
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually
- Abilit to cope with the demands of constantly changing priorities
- Excellent communications skills
- Drivers License or ability to travel between sites
Desirable
- Project Management Experience
- Supervisory Experience
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years post qualification hospital experience
Desirable
- Experience of training other healthcare professionals
- Experience of working with an ePMA system
- Experience working within a Multidisciplinary Team
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).
