• Job Description

  Req#: C9224-23-0099?language=en&page=299&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  The NHS is the biggest employer in Europe. It's a world-renowned institution and an exciting place to work, full of challenges and opportunities.

  The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH) is one of the leading specialist orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for innovation. We work together as a team of over 1,600 expert members of staff to make a difference for our patients and their families.

  Our latest CQC Report was published in February 2019 and saw us rated as 'Good' overall and 'Outstanding' for care.

  Who we're looking for...

  Band 5 (ACT) Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician

  Main duties of the job

  Medicines Management Technician

  The RJAH Pharmacy Department is seeking an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to manage and co-ordinate support for the Pharmacy element in clinical trials, design and deliver training within the Dispensary/Stores and oversee the NVQ level 2 training for Pharmacy Support Staff and NVQ level 3 training and apprenticeships.

  To assist the department in the delivery of a comprehensive medicines management service. The post holder will be required to provide support to all aspects of the Pharmacy Service.

  Who we're looking for

  Applicants must be:

  Registered as a practicing Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) with a current up to date CPD record

  Have a current nationally recognised Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) qualification

  Experience as working as a Band 4 Technician for a minimum of 2 years.

  Our aim is to aspire to deliver world class patient care, and we want talented, dedicated and passionate people to help us achieve this.

  Our continued success is accomplished through the skills and expertise of our staff, which is underpinned by our values: Friendly, Caring, Excellence, Professional and Respect. If your values align to ours, and you would like to join us in aspiring to deliver world class patient care, we would love to hear from you.

  About us

  Why RJAH

  Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.

  Whether you're starting out in your career, or have a wealth of experience - we're always looking to recruit outstanding individuals in a range of clinical areas, as well as support and administrative roles.

  We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and outstanding professional development opportunities.

  RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.

  Shropshire is also one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.

  Informal enquiries are encouraged

  Date posted

  06 July 2023

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 5

  Salary

  £28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  224-PA20220900015

  Job locations

  The Pharmacy Department, The Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS FT

  Gobowen

  Oswestry, Shropshire

  SY10 7AG

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Any role within the Trust requires that all staff demonstrate the core values and objectives of the Trust.

  JOB SUMMARY

  Manage and co-ordinate support for the Pharmacy element in clinical trials activity at the Trust for studiesinvolving medicines in accordance with current legislation and local SOPs. Design and deliver training within the Dispensary (and stores) and oversee the NVQ level 2 training for PharmacySupport Staff and NVQ level 3 training and apprenticeships. Provide a ward-based Pharmacy Technician service to designated wards and pre-op assessment includingmedicines reconciliation, reviewing inpatient prescriptions, and ordering ward stock. Participate in the dispensary rota and provide cover during busy times where appropriate.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Any role within the Trust requires that all staff demonstrate the core values and objectives of the Trust.

  JOB SUMMARY

  Manage and co-ordinate support for the Pharmacy element in clinical trials activity at the Trust for studiesinvolving medicines in accordance with current legislation and local SOPs. Design and deliver training within the Dispensary (and stores) and oversee the NVQ level 2 training for PharmacySupport Staff and NVQ level 3 training and apprenticeships. Provide a ward-based Pharmacy Technician service to designated wards and pre-op assessment includingmedicines reconciliation, reviewing inpatient prescriptions, and ordering ward stock. Participate in the dispensary rota and provide cover during busy times where appropriate.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • BTEC or NVQ III
  • Evidence of CPD
  • Qualified Checking Technician
  • Registered as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council(GPhC)
  • Working as a Band 4 Technician for a minimum of two years

  Desirable

  • Further general training / experience Working as a Band 5 Technician

  Experience

  Essential

  • Demonstrable recent experience of successfully delivering technical pharmacy services as a qualified technician.
  • Working knowledge of a broad range of medicines and their safety issues.
  • Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession

  Desirable

  • Ward-based services, including Patients Own Drug schemes
  • Hospital Experience
  • Interaction with other departments for provision of pharmaceutical supplies

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to cope with busy dispensing workload
  • Computer literate - Internet, e-Mail, MS Office applications
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good range of pharmaceutical knowledge
  • Able to interpret highly complex data
  • Good interpretation of current pharmacy / NHS issues
  • Able to think independently / laterally

  Desirable

  • Corporate approach

  Other

  Essential

  • Able to act on own initiative
  • Able to meet deadlines / manage time effectively
  • Team worker
  • Presentable in professional setting
  • Able to cope with the physical and mental challenges of a technical pharmacy service
  • Willing to undertake new roles and responsibilities

  Desirable

  • Driving license.
  • Able to work unsocial hours when required.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • BTEC or NVQ III
  • Evidence of CPD
  • Qualified Checking Technician
  • Registered as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council(GPhC)
  • Working as a Band 4 Technician for a minimum of two years

  Desirable

  • Further general training / experience Working as a Band 5 Technician

  Experience

  Essential

  • Demonstrable recent experience of successfully delivering technical pharmacy services as a qualified technician.
  • Working knowledge of a broad range of medicines and their safety issues.
  • Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession

  Desirable

  • Ward-based services, including Patients Own Drug schemes
  • Hospital Experience
  • Interaction with other departments for provision of pharmaceutical supplies

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to cope with busy dispensing workload
  • Computer literate - Internet, e-Mail, MS Office applications
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good range of pharmaceutical knowledge
  • Able to interpret highly complex data
  • Good interpretation of current pharmacy / NHS issues
  • Able to think independently / laterally

  Desirable

  • Corporate approach

  Other

  Essential

  • Able to act on own initiative
  • Able to meet deadlines / manage time effectively
  • Team worker
  • Presentable in professional setting
  • Able to cope with the physical and mental challenges of a technical pharmacy service
  • Willing to undertake new roles and responsibilities

  Desirable

  • Driving license.
  • Able to work unsocial hours when required.

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  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

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  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).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  The Pharmacy Department, The Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS FT

  Gobowen

  Oswestry, Shropshire

  SY10 7AG

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  The Pharmacy Department, The Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS FT

  Gobowen

  Oswestry, Shropshire

  SY10 7AG

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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