Pharmacy Technician inPontyclun inPontyclun PUBLISHED
FRI 29 NOV 2024
Opportunities for professional growth through in-house training and support for further qualifications.
Working as a valued member of a multidisciplinary team, enhancing collaboration and communication skills.
Exposure to a diverse range of clinical specialties, broadening clinical knowledge and experience.
Participation in ward-based medicines management, allowing for direct patient interaction and impact on patient care.
Mentorship and leadership opportunities through the induction and supervision of new pharmacy staff.
A supportive work environment that prioritizes respect and teamwork, reflecting the core values of the organization.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is seeking a committed registered Pharmacy Technician to join the Medicines Management Directorate at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Pontyclun. This Band 5 position involves working as an Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) in a multidisciplinary team within an automated, technician-led dispensary. The role offers the opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience, collaborating closely with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to provide a patient-focused medicines management service.
Candidates must hold a BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences (or equivalent) and an Accredited Checking Technician qualification. They should be self-motivated, possess excellent communication and organisational skills, and be detail-oriented, able to work under pressure, both independently and as part of a team. Key responsibilities include checking and releasing prescriptions, dispensing medications, conducting drug history assessments, and mentoring junior staff. Being Welsh-speaking is desirable but not required.
This is a fixed-term/secondment role for 24 months, and applicants must seek permission from their current line manager for secondment applications. Interested candidates can contact Catherine Hall for further information.
Candidates must hold a BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences (or equivalent) and an Accredited Checking Technician qualification. They should be self-motivated, possess excellent communication and organisational skills, and be detail-oriented, able to work under pressure, both independently and as part of a team. Key responsibilities include checking and releasing prescriptions, dispensing medications, conducting drug history assessments, and mentoring junior staff. Being Welsh-speaking is desirable but not required.
This is a fixed-term/secondment role for 24 months, and applicants must seek permission from their current line manager for secondment applications. Interested candidates can contact Catherine Hall for further information.
The Medicines Management Directorate has an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and committed registered Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team based at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital.
Our Band 5 Technicians are valued members of the multidisciplinary team at ward level and work as ACTs in the automated, Technician led dispensary. You will gain experience across a variety of clinical specialties, working closely with pharmacists and other health care professionals to deliver a high quality, patient focused medicines management service.
We are committed to the development of the Technician Role, and can offer excellent in house training, where you will be supported and encouraged to further develop yourself.
Applicants must have a BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences OR equivalent Qualifications to enable them to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
The successful candidate must hold an Accredited Checking Technician qualification and be in a position to work towards the all Wales Accredited Medicines Management qualification if they have not previously completed it.
You must possess excellent communications and organisational skills, be self-motivated and willing to develop with new ways of working.
Attention to detail, being able to work well under pressure, working both as part of a team, independently and using your own initiative are also essential for this role.
The main duties will depend on previous experience but will encompass: Working as an Accredited Checking Technician undertaking the final check and release of prescriptions
This post is fixed term/secondment for 24 months due to secondment cover. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We Live By Our Core Values
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Catherine Hall Job title: Lead pharmacy Technician-Patient Services Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Catherine Hall - ex 6952
Debbie Collins -
ex 6954
Sarah Brock -
ex 6941
Gaynor
ex 74053
Our Band 5 Technicians are valued members of the multidisciplinary team at ward level and work as ACTs in the automated, Technician led dispensary. You will gain experience across a variety of clinical specialties, working closely with pharmacists and other health care professionals to deliver a high quality, patient focused medicines management service.
We are committed to the development of the Technician Role, and can offer excellent in house training, where you will be supported and encouraged to further develop yourself.
Applicants must have a BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences OR equivalent Qualifications to enable them to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
The successful candidate must hold an Accredited Checking Technician qualification and be in a position to work towards the all Wales Accredited Medicines Management qualification if they have not previously completed it.
You must possess excellent communications and organisational skills, be self-motivated and willing to develop with new ways of working.
Attention to detail, being able to work well under pressure, working both as part of a team, independently and using your own initiative are also essential for this role.
The main duties will depend on previous experience but will encompass: Working as an Accredited Checking Technician undertaking the final check and release of prescriptions
- Dispensing and issuing prescriptions both in the department and at ward level.
- Participation in the ward based medicines management service undertaking accurate drug histories, assessing patients medication for suitability to use, organising supplies for patients use when in hospital and at discharge and providing advice and counselling to patients ( if not accredited you will be expected to undertake the all Wales qualification to allow you to undertake this aspect of the role).
- Participation in the induction and supervision of new Pharmacy staff and acting as a mentor for junior staff.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 24 months due to secondment cover. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We Live By Our Core Values
- We listen, learn and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We all work together as one team
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Catherine Hall Job title: Lead pharmacy Technician-Patient Services Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Catherine Hall - ex 6952
Debbie Collins -
ex 6954
Sarah Brock -
ex 6941
Gaynor
ex 74053
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