Job summary
The Welsh Government has invested in the development of a new elective orthopaedic hub at Llandudno General Hospital where the BCUHB service is being centralised. New £29.4m Elective Orthopaedic Hub at Llandudno Hospital takes shape - Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. There is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced pharmacy technician to become a vital part of this project by supporting with safe, effective medication usage and optimisation and opioid stewardship.
There will be opportunities for the successful candidate to integrate within the multidisciplinary team and support with implementing clinical guidelines. You will join our BCUHB Central surgical pharmacy team and also support with developing the pharmacy POAC service. You will be encouraged to undertake quality improvement initiatives, develop staff and patient education and support with incident reviews.
Main duties of the job
You will be self-motivated with excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills.
The successful candidate will benefit from working in an innovative and transformational department and our aim is that all of our pharmacy team maximise their potential. Research and development opportunities are also available and we actively encourage professional development.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English 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 GPhC.
- NVQ level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills or equivalent.
- BTEC level 4 in clinical pharmacy services or equivalent
- IT skills
- Substantial post-qualification experience and knowledge of medicines optimisation duties
Desirable
- ILM/Management qualification
- WCCPE Accredited Checking qualification or equivalent
- WCCPE National Accredited Medicines Management qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- A substantial level of post qualification experience in pharmacy services to degree level
Desirable
- Experience in a broad range of pharmacy services.
- Experience of managing pharmacy team(s)
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills.
- Good time management skills.
- Able to motivate and develop self and others.
- Dispensing skills.
- Patient counselling skills.
- Able to prioritise and delegate
Desirable
- Experience of interviewing.
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacy services for specialist area to degree level or equivalent.
- Knowledge of budget control Up to date clinical knowledge of medicines
Desirable
- Knowledge of health service developments that will impact on area of responsibility
Values
Essential
- Team player.
- Ability to use initiative.
- Patient/Service focused.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between places of work in a timely manner.
- Participate in the provision of extended hours, weekend and public holiday Pharmacy services Ability to work flexible hours.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or a willingness to achieve an appropriate level of oral competence within an agreed timescale
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered pharmacy technician with GPhC.
- NVQ level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills or equivalent.
- BTEC level 4 in clinical pharmacy services or equivalent
- IT skills
- Substantial post-qualification experience and knowledge of medicines optimisation duties
Desirable
- ILM/Management qualification
- WCCPE Accredited Checking qualification or equivalent
- WCCPE National Accredited Medicines Management qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- A substantial level of post qualification experience in pharmacy services to degree level
Desirable
- Experience in a broad range of pharmacy services.
- Experience of managing pharmacy team(s)
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills.
- Good time management skills.
- Able to motivate and develop self and others.
- Dispensing skills.
- Patient counselling skills.
- Able to prioritise and delegate
Desirable
- Experience of interviewing.
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacy services for specialist area to degree level or equivalent.
- Knowledge of budget control Up to date clinical knowledge of medicines
Desirable
- Knowledge of health service developments that will impact on area of responsibility
Values
Essential
- Team player.
- Ability to use initiative.
- Patient/Service focused.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between places of work in a timely manner.
- Participate in the provision of extended hours, weekend and public holiday Pharmacy services Ability to work flexible hours.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or a willingness to achieve an appropriate level of oral competence within an agreed timescale
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).
