Job summary
Apprenticeship Pharmacy Technician
Department Pharmacy
Salary: LOC rate (Year 1 - 70% Band 4, Year 2 - 75% Band 4)
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week
Fixed term contract: 2 years
Do you want to take the first steps on the ladder to an exciting career in Hospital Pharmacy?
Have you considered becoming a Pharmacy Technician?
We are delighted to offer you the opportunity to train as an Apprentice towards a nationally recognised qualification in Pharmaceutical Science with allocated time for study whilst training. The post offers excellent future career opportunities.
What is a Pharmacy Technician?
An essential member of the Pharmacy Team, working under the direction of registered Pharmacists, to provide Pharmaceutical care for patients.
The duties are varied. It is not simply counting tablets or picking a box off the shelf.
Many new skills will be gained!!
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated person who has a flexible approach to work, the ability to work alone and as part of a team. Basic keyboard/ computer skills, the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, use judgement skills, decision making, good communication skills and professional attitude. This is an excellent career opportunity for the right candidate.
For further information regarding this post please contact
Staci Drewe (Pharmacy Technician - Education and Training) on 01908 995712 or email staci.drewe@mkuh.nhs.uk
Interview date: 14th and 15th December 2023
Main duties of the job
It is an exciting time to join the Pharmacy team at MKUH. We are continually growing and have recently built a new Aseptic Unit, received a new Pharmacy Robot and had a new refurbishment to our Pharmacy Department. Our services are being developed to offer patients, nursing and medical staff more time with the Pharmacy staff, to ensure that every patient receives safe, high quality care.
Our patients are at the heart of everything that we do.
We have recently restructured our working hours, meaning that standard hours are now four long days per week with weekends covered on a Rota basis.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be part of the Pharmacy team and work to enable the objectives of the department and the Trust to be achieved
- To communicate effectively and promptly with all members of the Pharmacy teams and where necessary, clinical multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of medicines management/optimisation and supply services to patients and colleagues across the local health system.
- To act in a manner consistent with the General Pharmaceutical Council standards for Pharmacy professionals and work within own limits of authority and knowledge to provide safe, effective and timely work and support for colleagues including communication of complex and sensitive information
- To always work within the defined policies and Standard Operating Procedures and where appropriate suggesting and contributing to changes made with the agreement of Pharmacy Technicians or Pharmacists
- To participate in relevant departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within the department
- To be aware of and comply with all department and Divisional procedures
- To participate in the department rota and weekend and bank holiday services.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be part of the Pharmacy team and work to enable the objectives of the department and the Trust to be achieved
- To communicate effectively and promptly with all members of the Pharmacy teams and where necessary, clinical multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of medicines management/optimisation and supply services to patients and colleagues across the local health system.
- To act in a manner consistent with the General Pharmaceutical Council standards for Pharmacy professionals and work within own limits of authority and knowledge to provide safe, effective and timely work and support for colleagues including communication of complex and sensitive information
- To always work within the defined policies and Standard Operating Procedures and where appropriate suggesting and contributing to changes made with the agreement of Pharmacy Technicians or Pharmacists
- To participate in relevant departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within the department
- To be aware of and comply with all department and Divisional procedures
- To participate in the department rota and weekend and bank holiday services.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- 4 GCSEs at grade C or above or proven equivalent including Maths, English and a Science
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Service Skills
Experience
Essential
- Working in a team environment
Desirable
- Relevant experience of working in Pharmacy
Skills
Essential
- IT skills
- Ability to use judgement skills for situations requiring decision making
- Able to work under supervision and collaboratively with others
- Ability to prioritise tasks and problem solve
- Dexterity and manipulation skills
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Evidence of ability to communicate information clearly and effectively
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
- Ability and commitment to producing and completing a Portfolio of evidence
- Accurate and efficient
Personality/Other Factors
Essential
- Professional Attitude
- Attention to detail
- Self -Motivated
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- 4 GCSEs at grade C or above or proven equivalent including Maths, English and a Science
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Service Skills
Experience
Essential
- Working in a team environment
Desirable
- Relevant experience of working in Pharmacy
Skills
Essential
- IT skills
- Ability to use judgement skills for situations requiring decision making
- Able to work under supervision and collaboratively with others
- Ability to prioritise tasks and problem solve
- Dexterity and manipulation skills
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Evidence of ability to communicate information clearly and effectively
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
- Ability and commitment to producing and completing a Portfolio of evidence
- Accurate and efficient
Personality/Other Factors
Essential
- Professional Attitude
- Attention to detail
- Self -Motivated
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.
