Pharmacy Technician inCarshalton inCarshalton PUBLISHED
TUE 14 JAN 2025
Opportunities for professional growth and development with a structured progression pathway from Band 4 to 5.
Support for obtaining additional qualifications such as the Accredited Checking course (ACPT), enhancing career prospects.
Work in a collaborative and friendly team environment at St Helier Hospital, fostering a strong sense of community.
Comprehensive benefits package including 27 days of holiday plus 8 paid bank holidays and access to a generous NHS pension scheme.
Access to over 4,000 discounts at high-street retailers through the Blue Light Card, adding financial savings.
Engagement in a variety of roles involving inpatient and outpatient services, making the work dynamic and fulfilling.
Availability of on-site health and wellness programs, such as exercise classes, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
The Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician for a role based at St Helier Hospital in Carshalton. This position is suitable for recently qualified technicians or those nearing registration and offers a progression pathway from band 4 to band 5. The successful candidate will work alongside a supportive senior technician team to ensure the safe and timely delivery of medications to both inpatients and outpatients. The Trust will assist applicants in obtaining their Accredited Checking course (ACPT) if not already qualified, and participation in weekend and bank holiday rotas is required.
Applicants must possess a BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Benefits of the role include 27 days of annual leave, access to numerous discounts, NHS pension enrolment, and additional support programs. The organisation fosters a collaborative team environment, emphasizing excellent customer care and the development of skills within the pharmacy sector.
Applicants must possess a BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Benefits of the role include 27 days of annual leave, access to numerous discounts, NHS pension enrolment, and additional support programs. The organisation fosters a collaborative team environment, emphasizing excellent customer care and the development of skills within the pharmacy sector.
Job Summary
- Post open to recently qualified technicians or those about to register
- This is a vacancy led band 4 to 5 progression post*
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacy technician to complete our friendly team. You will develop skills in a range of areas at St Helier Hospital and we will also assist you with your Accredited Checking course (ACPT).
We are a close not team full of friendly people willing to help support you every step of the way! We are always looking to grow our teams with talented people, just like you!
Main duties of the job
There are two posts available based at St Helier Hospital site (Inpatients and Outpatients).
This post is on the progression pathway from band 4 to 5. We help support your development to reach band 5 level. The progression is not automatic but vacancy led.
You will work closely with the senior technician team, to ensure patients receive their outpatient and discharge medication in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
Applicants must have BTEC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services and must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Having the ACPT would be an advantage but if you do not have that qualification, we will help support you achieve it.
The post includes participation in weekends (7 days), bank holidays and late duty rotas.
About Us
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, we provide more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area, covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire.
We serve an area that is rich in diversity, with a mix of urban and rural areas, and differing levels of quality of life. We cover some of the most prosperous postcodes in the country, as well as some poorer areas. Together with our colleagues at NHS Surreyand NHS Sutton and Merton, we work to make sure that we deliver the best possible care to the communities we serve.
The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and issupported by over 500 volunteers.
As you know, here at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, we are always looking to grow our teams with talented people, just like you.
That's why; we are excited to announce that an additional one-off financial benefit, in addition to their salary, will be offered to the successful candidate appointed into the role of Pharmacy Technician. For further information, please contact Iram Naseem
Date posted
January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£31,to £33,665 a year Pro-rata pa inc HCAS (Outer London)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
343-NN-6718316-HSS-AG
Job locations
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carshalton, Surrey
SM5 1AA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
What We Offer
- 27 days holiday plus 8 paid bank holidays
- Access to over 4,000 discounts at high-street retailers with the Blue Light Card
- Automatic enrolment into the NHS pension scheme, one of the best in the UK
- On-site exercise classes such as boxing and Pilates
- Car lease scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with Care first, providing confidential counselling, advice, and support for personal and work-related issues
- And much more
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
What We Offer:
- 27 days holiday plus 8 paid bank holidays
- Access to over 4,000 discounts at high-street retailers with the Blue Light Card
- Automatic enrolment into the NHS pension scheme, one of the best in the UK
- On-site exercise classes such as boxing and Pilates
- Car lease scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with Care first, providing confidential counselling, advice, and support for personal and work-related issues
- And much more
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Hospital Pharmacy Services
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician
- Computerised dispensing and stock control
- Patient counselling
- Hospital Pharmacy Technician training
- Customer care
- Good communication skills
- Ability to organise own workload
- BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Hospital Pharmacy Services
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician
- Computerised dispensing and stock control
- Patient counselling
- Hospital Pharmacy Technician training
- Customer care
- Good communication skills
- Ability to organise own workload
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.
UK Registration
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To work as a Pharmacy Technician in the UK, you need a combination of educational qualifications, technical skills, and interpersonal skills. Here are the key skills and qualifications typically required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Pharmacy Technician Diploma: You usually need to complete a Level 3 qualification in Pharmacy Services (e.g., BTEC in Pharmacy Services, City & Guilds Diploma).
2. Registration: You must register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) to practice as a Pharmacy Technician.
Technical Skills:
1. Pharmaceutical Knowledge: A solid understanding of medications, their uses, side effects, and how they interact.
2. Dispensing Skills: Proficiency in accurately dispensing medications and managing prescriptions.
3. Health and Safety: Knowledge of health and safety regulations, particularly related to the handling of medicines.
4. Inventory Management: Skills in managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and keeping accurate records.
5. IT Skills: Competence in using pharmacy management software and other computer systems to maintain patient records and manage stock.
Interpersonal Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with patients and healthcare professionals. This includes explaining medication usage and addressing patient concerns.
2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a pharmacy team and with other healthcare providers.
3. Customer Service: Strong skills in providing excellent service to patients and addressing their needs in a respectful and supportive manner.
4. Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in dispensing medications and managing prescriptions.
Other Skills:
1. Problem-Solving: Ability to handle issues that may arise with prescriptions or patient concerns effectively.
2. Empathy: Understanding the needs and concerns of patients, providing them with support and reassurance.
3. Time Management: Balancing various tasks efficiently, particularly in a busy pharmacy environment.
4. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes in regulations, medications, and technologies.
Additional Considerations:
- Continued Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing education and training to stay updated with the latest practices and advancements in pharmacy.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with UK pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines.
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