Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated registered Pharmacy Technician to join our successful team and contribute towards developing our services. The successful applicant will share our vision and be committed to our values and goals for the delivery of the best care to our patients. If you would like to work for an organisation that ensures excellence in patient care is achievable, then we would like to hear from you.
Whether you are an experienced or newly qualified technician, we can offer further development and training to extend your role in improving patient care. Applicants should hold Level 3 BTEC / NVQ Pharmacy Services certificate or equivalent, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician. Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy department as a qualified technician or as a student technician is desirable although applications from qualified pharmacy technicians working in the community sector are welcome.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide technical aspects of the pharmacy medicines management & medicines optimisation services, working predominantly on the wards at Auckland Park Hospital in Bishop Auckland but also covering a weekly accuracy checking slot in the dispensary at West Park Hospital in Darlington and working on wards at both West Park Hospital and Lanchester Road Hospital when needed.
We currently have a permanent full time vacancy, although part time will be considered. The role involves providing ward based medicines optimisation services to wards at Auckland Park Hospital in Bishop Auckland and ACT in the dispensary at West Park Hospital Darlington
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job descriptions and person specifications for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
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 be able to competently dispense an array of medication from a variety of order forms.
To be responsible for a range of technical duties in the dispensaries to aid in the smooth and efficient running of the department.
To assist the clinical pharmacists and Senior Pharmacy Technicians in the provision of a ward based medicines optimisation service.
To deliver the technical clinical pharmacy service and promote medicines optimisation across a variety of specialities under the direction of the Lead Pharmacy Technician.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job descriptions and person specifications for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
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 be able to competently dispense an array of medication from a variety of order forms.
To be responsible for a range of technical duties in the dispensaries to aid in the smooth and efficient running of the department.
To assist the clinical pharmacists and Senior Pharmacy Technicians in the provision of a ward based medicines optimisation service.
To deliver the technical clinical pharmacy service and promote medicines optimisation across a variety of specialities under the direction of the Lead Pharmacy Technician.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 with BTEC underpinning knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Accredited checking qualification (or willing to work towards)
Desirable
- Accredited National Medicines management course (modules 1-3) or regional equivalent
- Accredited checking qualification NVQ D32/33 or A1 assessor award
Experience
Essential
- Experience of pharmacy practice within hospital or community setting
Desirable
- Experience in mental health
Knowledge
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy
- Understanding of the risk issues associated with medicines
Desirable
- Microsoft Office Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Use of email/internet
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
Desirable
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 with BTEC underpinning knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Accredited checking qualification (or willing to work towards)
Desirable
- Accredited National Medicines management course (modules 1-3) or regional equivalent
- Accredited checking qualification NVQ D32/33 or A1 assessor award
Experience
Essential
- Experience of pharmacy practice within hospital or community setting
Desirable
- Experience in mental health
Knowledge
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy
- Understanding of the risk issues associated with medicines
Desirable
- Microsoft Office Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Use of email/internet
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
Desirable
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a 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).
