Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic pharmacy technician to work as a key part of the pharmacy team within our modern automated, dispensary area. You will undertake dispensing activities in our main dispensary.You must be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm for trying new roles, supporting innovation and delivering an excellent patient experience.An ACPT qualification is an advantage, but a successful permanent candidate without the ACPT may be required to undertake accreditation.For more experienced technicians we will provide on the job training in areas such as staff supervision to help you progress in your career. Newly qualified Pharmacy Technicians and Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians due to qualify are also encouraged to apply.The Bedford Pharmacy operates a 7 day service and late and weekend shifts will be required.
Main duties of the job
- Support the senior technicians in the day to day running of the dispensary service by being a team lead and fulfilling duties as per dispensary procedures
- To provide patients with information on appropriate use of their medication
- To provide training in dispensary in accordance with competency frameworks on the use of pharmacy stock control software and dispensing cabinets
- To act as a professional role model for pre-registration trainee pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants
- To accurately receive prescriptions in to the dispensary and ensuring prescription charges are collected where appropriate
- Accurately dispense inpatients/outpatients/discharge prescriptions/controlled drugs for a wide range of specialities
- Maintain high quality data input of patient and drug information in to pharmacy JAC system
- To support with daily robot stock maintenance and be available to trouble shoot as appropriate
- To undertake patient consultations when handing out medication and ensure patients are given appropriate advice to support
- To participate in audits necessary for service developments as set out by dispensary management
- To undertake and maintain own CPD record to ensure a high level service is provided to patients and staff
- To assist with the maintenance of efficient stock control, including management of returns
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY
- To accurately receive prescriptions in to the dispensary and ensuring prescription charges are collected where appropriate
- Accurately dispense inpatients/outpatients/discharge prescriptions/controlled drugs for a wide range of specialities
- Maintain high quality data input of patient and drug information in to pharmacy JAC system
- To support with daily robot stock maintenance and be available to trouble shoot as appropriate
- To undertake patient consultations when handing out medication and ensure patients are given appropriate advice to support
- To participate in audits necessary for service developments as set out by dispensary management
- To undertake and maintain own CPD record to ensure a high level service is provided to patients and staff
- To assist with the maintenance of efficient stock control, including management of returns
- To be an ACPT, undertaking the final check for dispensed prescriptions which have been clinically screened by a pharmacist for accuracy before release, subject to successful completion and conditions of the ACPT scheme accreditation
COMMUNICATION/CUSTOMER SERVICE
- To assist service users visiting the department, efficiently and quickly, whilst being sensitive to their needs.
- Foster and maintain good working relationships with trust wide staff through effective communication
- To answer telephone promptly and courteously
- To work effectively as a member of the pharmacy team
- To communicate effectively with senior members of staff regarding any problems encountered
OTHER
- To support dispensary management in reviewing and updating Dispensary Work Instructions ensuring the highest level of pharmacy practice
- To act as a team lead and ensure work flow is maintained and report to the Senior Pharmacy Technicians any problems or concerns
- To support the training of other Pharmacy Technicians, Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians, Trainee Pharmacists, Pharmacists and Senior Pharmacy Assistants when required
- To deputise as appropriate for Senior Technicians as and when required
- To contribute to the dispensary housekeeping rota
- To contribute to every work session without having to be asked and to take pride in the overall performance of the team
- To maintain a clean, tidy work area, ensuring all items and documentation are stored appropriately
- Attend and participate in dispensary and departmental meetings
- To undertake all statutory and mandatory training and relevant updates in accordance with the trust requirements
- Participate in late team, weekend and Bank Holiday Rotas as a part of the 7-day service
- Act as a role model for technical staff in line with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- To undertake other duties as reasonably requested by Deputy Chief Pharmacists and/or Chief Pharmacist
The list of responsibilities above, are key primary requirements for the role, however, additional duties may be required to ensure patient and employee safety is met.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY
- To accurately receive prescriptions in to the dispensary and ensuring prescription charges are collected where appropriate
- Accurately dispense inpatients/outpatients/discharge prescriptions/controlled drugs for a wide range of specialities
- Maintain high quality data input of patient and drug information in to pharmacy JAC system
- To support with daily robot stock maintenance and be available to trouble shoot as appropriate
- To undertake patient consultations when handing out medication and ensure patients are given appropriate advice to support
- To participate in audits necessary for service developments as set out by dispensary management
- To undertake and maintain own CPD record to ensure a high level service is provided to patients and staff
- To assist with the maintenance of efficient stock control, including management of returns
- To be an ACPT, undertaking the final check for dispensed prescriptions which have been clinically screened by a pharmacist for accuracy before release, subject to successful completion and conditions of the ACPT scheme accreditation
COMMUNICATION/CUSTOMER SERVICE
- To assist service users visiting the department, efficiently and quickly, whilst being sensitive to their needs.
- Foster and maintain good working relationships with trust wide staff through effective communication
- To answer telephone promptly and courteously
- To work effectively as a member of the pharmacy team
- To communicate effectively with senior members of staff regarding any problems encountered
OTHER
- To support dispensary management in reviewing and updating Dispensary Work Instructions ensuring the highest level of pharmacy practice
- To act as a team lead and ensure work flow is maintained and report to the Senior Pharmacy Technicians any problems or concerns
- To support the training of other Pharmacy Technicians, Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians, Trainee Pharmacists, Pharmacists and Senior Pharmacy Assistants when required
- To deputise as appropriate for Senior Technicians as and when required
- To contribute to the dispensary housekeeping rota
- To contribute to every work session without having to be asked and to take pride in the overall performance of the team
- To maintain a clean, tidy work area, ensuring all items and documentation are stored appropriately
- Attend and participate in dispensary and departmental meetings
- To undertake all statutory and mandatory training and relevant updates in accordance with the trust requirements
- Participate in late team, weekend and Bank Holiday Rotas as a part of the 7-day service
- Act as a role model for technical staff in line with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- To undertake other duties as reasonably requested by Deputy Chief Pharmacists and/or Chief Pharmacist
The list of responsibilities above, are key primary requirements for the role, however, additional duties may be required to ensure patient and employee safety is met.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification
- Evidence of commitment to CPD
Desirable
- Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician
Experience
Essential
- Good dispensing practice
- Working within a team
- Recognises own limitation
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
- Participation in training staff
- Experience of supporting junior staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of a broad range of medicines
- Demonstrate ability to perform calculations
- Ability to counsel patients on their medication
- Accurate dispensing skills
- Knowledge of legislation relating to medicines
- IT skills: Word
Desirable
- Understanding of the running of a dispensary service
- Understanding of Health & Safety requirements
- IT skills: Excel, PowerPoint
Personal Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Customer care skills
- Ability to work under pressure whilst maintain accuracy
Desirable
- Ability to seek advice appropriately from senior staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification
- Evidence of commitment to CPD
Desirable
- Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician
Experience
Essential
- Good dispensing practice
- Working within a team
- Recognises own limitation
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
- Participation in training staff
- Experience of supporting junior staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of a broad range of medicines
- Demonstrate ability to perform calculations
- Ability to counsel patients on their medication
- Accurate dispensing skills
- Knowledge of legislation relating to medicines
- IT skills: Word
Desirable
- Understanding of the running of a dispensary service
- Understanding of Health & Safety requirements
- IT skills: Excel, PowerPoint
Personal Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Customer care skills
- Ability to work under pressure whilst maintain accuracy
Desirable
- Ability to seek advice appropriately from senior staff
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
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).
