Job summary
Due to the introduction of new ways of working we are looking to recruit Band 5 technicians to join our enthusiastic friendly team. Our new team approach along with new technology will provide timely, accurate pharmaceutical care and improved patient flow through the hospital.
We are looking for a highly motivated, friendly, conscientious, patient focused Registered Pharmacy Technician to join our busy ward-based pharmacy teams. You must have excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to use your initiative and contribute to a team setting and also have the skills to work alone.
Main duties of the job
You will undertake medicines management duties at ward level including assessing patients' own drugs, medicines history taking, medicines supply and patient counselling. You will also be rota'd to undertake final accuracy checking sessions in the dispensary on a regular basis.
You will be responsible for the supervision of junior or less experienced staff and you must be able to manage your own workload to ensure the provision of a timely and efficient pharmacy service.
The right candidate will be given the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills further through our development opportunities supported by our friendly and experienced team.
Being part of our team is not only knowledge enhancing and rewarding, but also fun. We encourage social events and often raise funds for local charities by doing fancy dress walks, cake bakes and raffles. The hospital is set in a beautiful part of North Wales with so much more to offer the right candidate.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills (QCF) or equivalent.
- National Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician Qualification
- National Accredited Medicines Management Qualification or work towards
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience.
- General dispensing.
- Experience of patient-orientated medicines systems.
- Working in hospital pharmacy dispensary services.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with a variety of service users.
- Able to use IT to use the pharmacy system, produce reports, gather and analyse data and produce presentations.
- Evidence of effective mentoring of trainees.
- Ability to organise own workload and support the workload of the department.
Desirable
Values
Essential
- Well-motivated, reliable, methodical.
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Committed to self study and development
Desirable
- Understanding and responsive to patient needs.
Other
Essential
- Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Participate in the provision of general public holiday and weekend pharmacy services as necessary
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills (QCF) or equivalent.
- National Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician Qualification
- National Accredited Medicines Management Qualification or work towards
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience.
- General dispensing.
- Experience of patient-orientated medicines systems.
- Working in hospital pharmacy dispensary services.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with a variety of service users.
- Able to use IT to use the pharmacy system, produce reports, gather and analyse data and produce presentations.
- Evidence of effective mentoring of trainees.
- Ability to organise own workload and support the workload of the department.
Desirable
Values
Essential
- Well-motivated, reliable, methodical.
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Committed to self study and development
Desirable
- Understanding and responsive to patient needs.
Other
Essential
- Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Participate in the provision of general public holiday and weekend pharmacy services as necessary
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).
