Rotational Pharmacy Technician

1 day ago


Dorchester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Dorset Nhs Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic well motivated either soon to be, or newly registered Pharmacy Technician with excellent dispensing and communication skills to join our friendly, pharmacy team as a Rotational Pharmacy Technician The post holder should be ready for a new challenge and show initiative to build on their knowledge gained from their 2-year initial education and training to develop their foundation practice across an acute hospital.
This opportunity will involve working on a rotational basis across the Bournemouth and Poole hospital sites.
Full training and support will be provided to assist the candidate in building a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence mapped from the APTUK Foundation Pharmacy Framework.
Upon successful completion of the rotational technician pathway, the post holder will progress to band 5.
Mandatory rotations include: Dispensary Services Medicines Optimisation Procurement & Distribution With the option of rotating into: Medicines Advice Service Aseptic services Clinical Trials Homecare Digital Medicines Risk & Governance Main duties of the job The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the pharmacy services across the trust and should be adaptable to new situations and be confident to work independently and as part of a team.We welcome applications from candidates who have completed their initial education & training in any area of pharmacy including acute hospital, GP surgery, community pharmacy & primary care.Please note: Commencement of employment is subject to registration with the GPhCBase location: Royal Bournemouth or Poole Hospital.
Please note that you will be required to work across site.Interview Date: 16th January 2025To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
About us The trust and pharmacy team values and champions inclusivity and diversity.
We are open to discussions on flexible working, part time and job share opportunities.
Informal visits and enquiries are fully supported and encouraged.To support seven day working, staff for this role are required to work late nights, weekend and bank holiday on a rotational basisOur values define who we are as #TeamUHD.
They underpin everything we do now and in the future.
They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term.
Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent Professional registration with the GPhC Experience Essential Regular patient contact Experience of working in a busy pharmacy department in primary or secondary care Desirable Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy department.
Experience of using JAC pharmacy computer system Experience of ward based working Experience of working in an Aseptic Unit Technical Skills Competencies Essential Demonstrated ability to work methodically and accurately Able to analyse and interpret prescriptions, identify problems and decide upon an appropriate course of action Basic computer literacy & keyboard skills Neat, numerate Knowledge Essential Good basic understanding of pharmacy law and ethics, roles and responsibilities Good understanding of delivering quality care and providing a safe and efficient service Desirable Knowledge of aseptic working Knowledge of medicines optimisation Knowledge of the legal aspects of final accuracy checking and the law relating to prescriptions Personal Attributes Essential Committed to continuing professional development (CPD) Ability to work with minimum supervision Ability to work well under pressure Aware of own limitations / authority Friendly, professional image Conscientious Good working relationships with other healthcare professionals Other requirements specific to the role Essential Able to work flexibly and participate in weekend working, Bank Holiday rotas and other rotas as operational duties require Prepared to work on a rotational basis Prepared to complete the relevant training & competencies in accordance with the foundation pharmacy technician framework Ability to work as part of a team Good written and oral communication Language requirement Essential Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role



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