Medicines Management Technician

4 months ago

London, United Kingdom Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

We have 2 roles available . 1 permeant and 1 Fixed term

We have an exciting opportunity for well-organised, enthusiastic and self-motivated Pharmacy Technician with a keen interest in the provision of a Medicines Management service to paediatric patients.

The posts are suitable for patient focused Technicians who are sensitive to the needs of the patients, parents and carers with excellent patient counselling, communication and interpersonal skills. A methodical and flexible approach to working is essential. This a great opportunity to work with some brilliant specialist teams, and the potential to rotate to broaden experience and learning.

Main duties of the job

To accurately dispense NHS and private outpatient, in-patient and discharge prescriptions in accordance with the standard operating procedures. To accurately dispense 'unlicensed medicines', extemporaneous preparations and controlled drugs as required To dispense Clinical Trials in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Record issues, returns, and receipts in order to maintain an accurate stock balance To become a regionally accredited checking technician and to be responsible for maintaining the qualification

In conjunction with the ward pharmacists, maintain the One Stop Dispensing scheme for the designated wards (and self-administration as appropriate) in accordance with Trust policies.

Initiate supply of medicines against clinically screened prescriptions at the request of ward pharmacists

To be responsible for own continuing professional development (CPD).

To attend and participate in the various departmental meetings including the lunchtime CPD sessions

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

GOSH Culture and Values

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) Level 3 (City and Guilds) and Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (QCF) or equivalent qualification supported by Pharmacy work experience. GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician The following qualifications in progress or willing to work towards: Medicines Optimisation Accredited Checking Technician (ACPT)

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Hospital pharmacy including dispensary experience One-stop or Near patient pharmacy ward experience Multidisciplinary team working Proven experience in training and assessment of junior staff Dispensing and Distribution stock control systems Knowledge of medicines management and reconciliation Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Desirable

Use of medicines in specialist area of paediatrics

Skills/Abilities

Essential

Good oral and written communication skills Methodical approach to work and good attention to detail Patient focused and sensitive to patient needs Computer skills including Power Point, Excel

Desirable

Good organisational and prioritisation skills Problem and decision-making skills Good patient counselling skills & proficient in providing advice to patients/parents

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