Job summary
We are looking for outstanding applicants with a high degree of enthusiasm, flexibility and commitment to train and study to become registered Pharmacy Technicians - following completion of the PT (Integrated) Apprenticeship.
We have two posts on a 2 year fixed term contract at two of our main localities - Roseberry Park Hospital and West Park Hospital - due to start at the end of February 2024.
The apprenticeship includes on-line remote learning with Bradford College and working in the hospital covering all aspects of hospital pharmacy - working towards the Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians. You will therefore need excellent time management and communication skills and the ability to work hard to complete the underpinning knowledge modules over the two-year period.
Minimum entry requirements are
- 4 GCSEs A-C in Maths, English Language , one Science subject and one other. Level 2 Dual award Science and Level 3 Dual award Applied Science are accepted; however Level 2 Dual award Applied Science would need checking - as depending on the units undertaken it may or not be acceptable.
As part of the interview process you will be required to complete a short aptitude test.
Please indicate in the supporting information which site you would be interested in working at. You must also provide all original certificates of relevant qualifications at interview.
Main duties of the job
To develop the necessary knowledge and skills to enable professional registration following completion of the Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Apprenticeship (Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians).
To work with professional staff, patients and carers in the provision of a clinical pharmacy service in designated areas under the supervision of a clinical pharmacist or pharmacy technician, to ensure high quality patient focused pharmaceutical care
To work under supervision to perform a range of technical duties in the dispensaries to aid in the smooth and efficient running of the department.
About us
The pharmacy team in TEWV has over 100 team members including drivers, pharmacy assistants, administration, nurses, pharmacy technicians and pharmacists. Individual team members are spread across multiple sites, with a dispensary in each of our 3 localities. The locality teams work independently, but come together to agree standards and best practice, learning from each other and trying to improve.
We developed a 5-year Medicines Optimisation and Pharmacy Framework which was created with the teams to produce a shared set of themes and priorities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
To develop the necessary knowledge and skills to enable professional registration following completion of the Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Apprenticeship (Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians).
To be able to competently dispense an array of medication from a variety of order forms.
To work under supervision to perform a range of technical duties in the dispensaries to aid in the smooth and efficient running of the department.To work together with the other pharmacy colleagues, in the dispensaries and wards, to provide patients with an accurate and timely supply of medication from admission through to discharge.
To ensure medicines are handled and stored appropriately; by visiting designated wards and departments, and liaising with medical and nursing staff in relation to the stock control and quality control of medicines.
To assist under the supervision of the clinical pharmacists and senior pharmacy technicians in the provision of a ward based medicines optimisation service.
To work with professional staff, patients and carers in the provision of a clinical pharmacy service in designated areas under the supervision of a clinical pharmacist or pharmacy technician, to ensure high quality patient focused pharmaceutical care.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
To promote at all times a positive image of both the Pharmacy department and profession and the wider Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
To develop the necessary knowledge and skills to enable professional registration following completion of the Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Apprenticeship (Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians).
To be able to competently dispense an array of medication from a variety of order forms.
To work under supervision to perform a range of technical duties in the dispensaries to aid in the smooth and efficient running of the department.To work together with the other pharmacy colleagues, in the dispensaries and wards, to provide patients with an accurate and timely supply of medication from admission through to discharge.
To ensure medicines are handled and stored appropriately; by visiting designated wards and departments, and liaising with medical and nursing staff in relation to the stock control and quality control of medicines.
To assist under the supervision of the clinical pharmacists and senior pharmacy technicians in the provision of a ward based medicines optimisation service.
To work with professional staff, patients and carers in the provision of a clinical pharmacy service in designated areas under the supervision of a clinical pharmacist or pharmacy technician, to ensure high quality patient focused pharmaceutical care.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
To promote at all times a positive image of both the Pharmacy department and profession and the wider Trust.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- A minimum of 4 GCSEs A-C in Maths, English Language, one Science subject and one other. Level 2 Dual award Science and Level 3 Dual award Applied Science are accepted; however Level 2 Dual award Applied Science would need checking - as depending on the units undertaken it may or not be acceptable. (Bradford College will check this on an individual basis)
Desirable
- Full NVQ level 2 qualification in Pharmacy services (or equivalent)
Skills
Essential
- Organisation and time management skills, IT skills, Good communications skills - written and verbal
Desirable
- Proven ability to study (Ability to manage and direct own learning)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of pharmacy practice within hospital or community settings, customer care
Desirable
- Other suitable healthcare experience with transferrable skills
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- A minimum of 4 GCSEs A-C in Maths, English Language, one Science subject and one other. Level 2 Dual award Science and Level 3 Dual award Applied Science are accepted; however Level 2 Dual award Applied Science would need checking - as depending on the units undertaken it may or not be acceptable. (Bradford College will check this on an individual basis)
Desirable
- Full NVQ level 2 qualification in Pharmacy services (or equivalent)
Skills
Essential
- Organisation and time management skills, IT skills, Good communications skills - written and verbal
Desirable
- Proven ability to study (Ability to manage and direct own learning)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of pharmacy practice within hospital or community settings, customer care
Desirable
- Other suitable healthcare experience with transferrable skills
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
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Roseberry Park Hospital & West Park Hospital
Middlesbrough & Darlington
TS4 3AF
Employer's website
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
