Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician

Found in: Talent UK C2 - 2 weeks ago

Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

Previous candidates need not apply.

To participate in "on-the-job" training whilst gaining experience in a variety of pharmacy services and undertaking an approved Pharmacy course resulting in registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), if successful.

Pharmacy Technicians help manage the supply of medicines and devices in a Pharmacy and assist Pharmacists with advisory services - they are expected to work individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary team and are able to work with minimum supervision with a high degree of autonomy, taking responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the work that they have undertaken and that of others.

Main duties of the job

To undertake distance learning combined with "on-the-job" training, in order to complete a recognised Pharmacy qualification, in order to gain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), if successful To undertake periods of training in all areas of pharmaceutical services on a rotational basis To participate in regional and departmental education and training. Must show a commitment to study and finishing the two year Pharmacy Technician course. To liaise with colleagues, tutors and professional staff in other disciplines To maintain safe systems of work in accordance with relevant medicines legislation and with the Health and Safety at Work Act To undertake other duties as reasonably requested by Senior Management To attend fortnightly meetings with your Educational Supervisor To attend regional study days and online forums

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities .

To assist the dispensary team in delivering the dispensary service which will involve dispensing or checking inpatients/outpatient and controlled drug medication To accurately receive prescriptions in to the dispensary and ensuring prescription charges are collected where appropriate Ensure medication supplied is within agreed turnaround times to minimise waiting times for patients Maintain high quality data input of patient and drug information in to pharmacy JAC system To participate in audits necessary for service developments as set out by dispensary management Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

4 GCSEs, including Mathematics, English Language and minimum of two sciences at grade C or above ( or equivalent qualification) New grading structure 4 or above

Desirable

Experience working in a Pharmacy or healthcare environment NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services More than one GCSE in a Science subject (grades as essential criteria)

Experience

Essential

Evidence of previous learning Good IT skills Able to follow procedures

Desirable

Previous interest/experience in health related field Dispensing experience Experience of working in a laboratory Customer orientated services

Kowledge

Essential

Good verbal and written communication skills Good listening skills Commitment to learning Team worker Understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times Practical and hands-on Understanding of customer care

Desirable

Working with medicines Knowledge of drug names How to handle patients/staff making complaints

Personal Skills

Essential

Good level of analytical and problem solving skills - ability to respond to unexpected demands Ability to work independently Able to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role. Ability to work under pressure Good time-keeping skills Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and direct the work others and adjust plans as required both in the short and long term.

Desirable

Full driving licence

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