Job summary
The Pharmacy department at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital is looking to expand the medicines management team to provide more patient-facing clinical pharmacy technician roles in line with the Carter review.
Our patient-facing clinical services are well-developed and continually adapting to ensure that our staff are optimally utilised to directly deliver high quality safe care to patients.
We welcome applications from Qualified Pharmacy Technicians who are looking for a development opportunity to become a Band 5 Clinical Pharmacy Technician within a hospital setting.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic Pharmacy Technicians, to contribute fully to the delivery and development of our Pharmacy service that is focused on getting the best out of medicines for patients. Post-holders must have a nationally recognised Pharmacy Technician qualification and be registered with the GPhC.
The role will involve working closely with ward pharmacists, other pharmacy technicians and assistants as well as other members of the multidisciplinary team across the Trust. The post holder will help deliver a high-quality patient focused ward-based service and also participate in the delivery of a district-wide anticoagulant service once qualified to do so
This is a progression post. As well as acting as a key member of the pharmacy team, post holders will undertake training to become a certified medicines management technician and accredited checking technician before being promoted to a Band 5 Clinical Technician. Whilst in training, post holders will be required to rotate around the pharmacy department to gain the knowledge and skills required including dispensary, stores, procurement and medicines systems.
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake training to become a Band 5 Clinical Technician certified in Medicines Management by completing the modules set by HEE North school of Pharmacy, Including training to become an Accuracy Checking Technician as required.
Upon completion of the following training, the post holder will be promoted to the role of Clinical Pharmacy Technician (Band 5).
- Accuracy checking of dispensed Items
- Module 1: Assessment of Patients Own Drugs
- Module 2: Ordering Medication
- Module 3: Medicines Reconciliation
- Module 4: Clinical Pharmacy Technician Advanced Training
A maximum of 36 months will be given to complete this training. All relevant in-house support and training will provided including the allocation of an Educational Supervisor and allocated study time to complete portfolios. Additional to this, in-house training will be given to enable the post holder to participate in the operation of Anticoagulation Clinics once Medicines Management Modules are completed.
The post holder will gain experience in all areas of the Pharmacy Department including stores, dispensary, procurement and medicines systems in order to gain extensive experience moving forward into the Band 5 role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake training to become a Band 5 Clinical Technician certified in Medicines Management by completing the modules set by HEE North school of Pharmacy, Including training to become an Accuracy Checking Technician as required.
Upon completion of the following training, the post holder will be promoted to the role of Clinical Pharmacy Technician (Band 5).
- Accuracy checking of dispensed Items
- Module 1: Assessment of Patients Own Drugs
- Module 2: Ordering Medication
- Module 3: Medicines Reconciliation
- Module 4: Clinical Pharmacy Technician Advanced Training
A maximum of 36 months will be given to complete this training. All relevant in-house support and training will provided including the allocation of an Educational Supervisor and allocated study time to complete portfolios. Additional to this, in-house training will be given to enable the post holder to participate in the operation of Anticoagulation Clinics once Medicines Management Modules are completed.
The post holder will gain experience in all areas of the Pharmacy Department including stores, dispensary, procurement and medicines systems in order to gain extensive experience moving forward into the Band 5 role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (or equivalent)
- Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (or equivalent
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD
Desirable
- Accredited checking qualification
- Any previous accreditation of any of the Medicines Management Modules
Skills
Essential
- Good organizational skills, including planning and prioritising
- Good communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
- Problem solver
- Team player and ability to build good relationships with colleagues
- Skill set to use Microsoft office and Pharmacy programs
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in Pharmacy
Desirable
- Previous experience working in Hospital Pharmacy / Ward setting a qualified Pharmacy Technician
- Knowledge or experience of Anticoagulant Clinics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (or equivalent)
- Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (or equivalent
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD
Desirable
- Accredited checking qualification
- Any previous accreditation of any of the Medicines Management Modules
Skills
Essential
- Good organizational skills, including planning and prioritising
- Good communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
- Problem solver
- Team player and ability to build good relationships with colleagues
- Skill set to use Microsoft office and Pharmacy programs
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in Pharmacy
Desirable
- Previous experience working in Hospital Pharmacy / Ward setting a qualified Pharmacy Technician
- Knowledge or experience of Anticoagulant Clinics
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).
