Job summary
Expected Shortlisting
Date
22/04/2025
Planned Interview
Date
13/05/2025
As
part of a review of our structure and workload we have created an exciting
new post of Deputy Dispensary Manager at Chapel Allerton Pharmacy, who will
support the Dispensary Manager to lead and supervise the dispensary service.
We
are looking for a dynamic individual who can demonstrate leadership values to
support and engage with the team and ensure the consistent delivery of high
quality supply of medicines to patients within the Leeds Teaching Hospitals.
The
successful candidate will be expected to work within the multi-disciplinary
team, maintain high standards of practice while supporting staff on a daily
basis.
Their
responsibilities will include leading the team ensuring their development
needs are met through appraisals and on going support and development. They
will be expected to support the Pharmacy Technician Team Leader in practice
and service projects as well as the day to day running of the dispensary.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone wishing to expand their
leadership skills. We actively encourage staff to develop and take on work
and roles that support career progression.
We
are looking for someone who is proactive, has an energetic nature, who is
methodical and organised and able to work using their own initiative.
Main duties of the job
Key
duties will involve:
Manage
and develop the daily delivery of the Pharmacy Service at Chapel Allerton
Pharmacy including labelling and dispensing, accuracy checking of medicines,
controlled drugs and clinical trials.
Support
the stock controller with stock control, stock issues and ordering.
Line
manage and supervise some technical and support staff within the dispensary.
Support
and deputise for the Pharmacy Technician Team Leader in decision making and
manage service requirements.
Ward
based work including taking medication drug histories, overseeing ward top
ups including Omnicells at ward level.
Counsel
patients on their medication and ensure outpatient waiting times are within
target times.
Communicate
with wards and clinics/doctors/prescribers regarding prescription queries and
issues
About us
Leeds
is a wonderful city to work in and LTHT is an organisation that puts its
patients first and highly values and supports its staff.
Pharmacy
is a forward thinking department that values the contribution of all our
staff. There are plenty of opportunities to progress within different areas
of our pharmacy services should you wish to.
The
Chapel Allerton Pharmacy is a small team however very friendly and extremely
supportive and work together to provide an excellent all round Pharmacy
Service.
The
work can be fast paced and busy and the whole team pulls together to achieve
the most efficient service for our patients.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
manage and develop the daily delivery of a specialist technical service
within a designated section. This will incorporate the pharmacy strategy for
medicines management.
The
post holder will also perform a range of medicine supply functions; these
will be predominantly concerned with accuracy checking and management of
stock control.
The
post holder will be required to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays on
a rotational basis.
Performs
the role of Lead Technician during evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays and
is a named member on the Pharmacy MAJAX call out procedure.
Line
management and supervision of staff within assigned area. Direct and support
staff assigned to the specific area on rotation including other technical
grades, pre-registration and qualified pharmacists.
Responsible
for training and development, attendance management including co-ordination
of annual leave and lieu time for staff assigned to that area.
Maintain
links with other Specialist Pharmacy Technicians, managers and other pharmacy
staff to ensure a safe and efficient service.
Ensure
departmental work is completed within agreed deadlines. Ensure equipment and
materials are used responsibly relating to Trust risk assessments.
The
Trust reserves the right to require employees to work either temporarily or
permanently at or from any other of the
Trusts
establishments at any time
Ensure
all staff complies with Trust and Pharmacy Policies and Procedures.
Responsible
for all stock control ensuring optimum stock levels and minimal wastage,
including ordering and receipt of medicines
and
consumables into designated area.
Report
departmental statistics,including dispensing errors and incidents, to
relevant services manager on a monthly basis.
ORGANISATIONAL
CHART
Clinical
Director MMPS
Senior
Manager
Operational
Lead
Pharmacy
Technician Specialist
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
BTEC in Pharmaceutical science, NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services or
equivalent.
Member of or eligible to become technician registrant of General
Pharmaceutical
Council
Extensive post qualification experience
Supervisory / Management experience of staff
Expert knowledge of good dispensing/distribution/manufacturing practice
High level of knowledge of medicine stock control systems
Hospital pharmacy experience
Excellent literacy, numeric and written communication skills
Accuracy checking experience
Experience of managing change
Experience of training/assessing staff
Experience of developing and implementing Standard Operating
Procedures
(SOPs)
Computer skills
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
manage and develop the daily delivery of a specialist technical service
within a designated section. This will incorporate the pharmacy strategy for
medicines management.
The
post holder will also perform a range of medicine supply functions; these
will be predominantly concerned with accuracy checking and management of
stock control.
The
post holder will be required to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays on
a rotational basis.
Performs
the role of Lead Technician during evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays and
is a named member on the Pharmacy MAJAX call out procedure.
Line
management and supervision of staff within assigned area. Direct and support
staff assigned to the specific area on rotation including other technical
grades, pre-registration and qualified pharmacists.
Responsible
for training and development, attendance management including co-ordination
of annual leave and lieu time for staff assigned to that area.
Maintain
links with other Specialist Pharmacy Technicians, managers and other pharmacy
staff to ensure a safe and efficient service.
Ensure
departmental work is completed within agreed deadlines. Ensure equipment and
materials are used responsibly relating to Trust risk assessments.
The
Trust reserves the right to require employees to work either temporarily or
permanently at or from any other of the
Trusts
establishments at any time
Ensure
all staff complies with Trust and Pharmacy Policies and Procedures.
Responsible
for all stock control ensuring optimum stock levels and minimal wastage,
including ordering and receipt of medicines
and
consumables into designated area.
Report
departmental statistics,including dispensing errors and incidents, to
relevant services manager on a monthly basis.
ORGANISATIONAL
CHART
Clinical
Director MMPS
Senior
Manager
Operational
Lead
Pharmacy
Technician Specialist
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
BTEC in Pharmaceutical science, NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services or
equivalent.
Member of or eligible to become technician registrant of General
Pharmaceutical
Council
Extensive post qualification experience
Supervisory / Management experience of staff
Expert knowledge of good dispensing/distribution/manufacturing practice
High level of knowledge of medicine stock control systems
Hospital pharmacy experience
Excellent literacy, numeric and written communication skills
Accuracy checking experience
Experience of managing change
Experience of training/assessing staff
Experience of developing and implementing Standard Operating
Procedures
(SOPs)
Computer skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant Pharmacy Technician experience including accuracy checking.
- Significant experience in supporting a team and management/supervising staff
Desirable
- Experience in problem solving and communicating with colleagues, ward teams and patients
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
- GPHC Registered Pharmacy Technician
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Communication skills - excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
- Decision making - ability to solve problems and use initiative to deal with issues
- Flexible, adaptable and ability to prioritise work
Desirable
- Ability to motivate, support and value colleagues
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant Pharmacy Technician experience including accuracy checking.
- Significant experience in supporting a team and management/supervising staff
Desirable
- Experience in problem solving and communicating with colleagues, ward teams and patients
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
- GPHC Registered Pharmacy Technician
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Communication skills - excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
- Decision making - ability to solve problems and use initiative to deal with issues
- Flexible, adaptable and ability to prioritise work
Desirable
- Ability to motivate, support and value colleagues
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).
