Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary

£34581

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, Torquay, Torbay

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 14 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: d3d823947d274248aa8594165650b87e

Full Job Description

Are you looking at a career as a Pharmacy Technician? Then look no further, a unique opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, enthusiastic and driven individual.
We are looking for someone to join our team and develop skills and understanding. A pharmacy technician works closely with a pharmacist to ensure the health and safety of their patients. They locate, dispense, pack, and label a prescribed medication for a patient that is then reviewed for accuracy by a pharmacist before dispensed to the patient.
You will supervise some aspects of the work of Senior Assistant Technical Officers in the dispensary. Observing confidentiality of all information concerning patients and comply with procedures relating to the Data Protection Act and represent the service to a high professional standard in conduct, manner and appearance.
Please be aware this is a re-advertised advert.
We are looking forward to meeting you...Join us, you'll love it., + Work effectively as part of the dispensary team in dispensing medicines for in-patients, out-patients and patients on discharge, as required; supplying controlled drugs and maintaining associated records, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
+ Undertake the ACPT (Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician) Scheme and undertake the final accuracy check of all medicines dispensed (ward stocks, medicines for inpatients and patients on discharge) in accordance with local policy, as part of the dispensary and outpatient pharmacy rota.
+ Issue completed prescriptions to patients or to their representatives; give information and advice relating to the use of medicines or products.
+ Liaise with purchasing staff about the availability of out-of-stock medicines / pharmaceutical sundries to ensure the completion of outstanding prescriptions.
+ Answer routine queries and resolve problems from patients and wards / specialities.
+ Co-ordinate the provision of medicines to hospital wards and departments; advise staff on supply and storage of medicines, stock control and any other relevant information to ensure compliance with local policies and procedures.
+ Prioritise own workload; supervise and co-ordinate the workload of Senior Pharmacy Assistants and other less experienced members of staff, to meet the needs of the Department., + Where appropriate, and where agreed with the Pharmacy Operations Manager as a requirement for further development of the service, undertake the ACPT (Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician) Scheme. Subsequently, as an ACPT, undertake the final accuracy check of all medicines dispensed (ward stocks, medicines for inpatient, outpatient and on discharge) in accordance with local policy, as part of the dispensary rota.
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
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You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a 'Staff Carers' policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer's Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
+ We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Please apply promptly
+ Please read the job description and tailor your application to reflect the role
+ Correspondence will be via Trac, text and email. Please check your email and Trac account regularly.
+ Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band
+ If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion
+ It is your responsibility to assist us in the timely receipt of appropriate references
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.