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Pharmacy Technician - HMP Holme HouseinStockton-on-TeesinStockton-on-TeesPUBLISHED THU 20 MAR 2025

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum  PERMANENT 
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Opportunity to work in a unique environment, helping to provide healthcare services to a marginalized population.
Gain experience in prison pharmacy, enhancing your career prospects and skill set.
Work closely with healthcare professionals, impacting the health and well-being of service users.
Engage in a variety of tasks including medicines optimisation and health education, making a meaningful contribution.
Benefit from a structured work schedule with a 7-day shift pattern, which can offer flexibility.
Receive guidance and support from a Specialist Prison Pharmacist, facilitating professional growth.
Take part in a rewarding role that can lead to personal fulfillment by improving the lives of others.
Join Spectrum Community Health CIC as a Pharmacy Technician at HMP Holme House in Stockton-on-Tees, where your expertise can make a real difference in a unique environment. In this rewarding role, you’ll collaborate closely with the Specialist Prison Pharmacist to provide essential pharmaceutical services to our service users. We welcome applications from women and individuals with a background in care, as you will play a pivotal role in supporting the health and wellbeing of those in your care.

You’ll be responsible for dispensing medications, including controlled drugs, and contribute to the delivery of medicines management and health education within the prison. Your work will not only ensure safe and effective medication use but also empower service users with essential health information. Enjoy a 7-day shift pattern, including public holidays, allowing for flexibility in your working life while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. Join us and be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference!
Opportunity to work in a unique environment, helping to provide healthcare services to a marginalized population.
Gain experience in prison pharmacy, enhancing your career prospects and skill set.
Work closely with healthcare professionals, impacting the health and well-being of service users.
Engage in a variety of tasks including medicines optimisation and health education, making a meaningful contribution.
Benefit from a structured work schedule with a 7-day shift pattern, which can offer flexibility.
Receive guidance and support from a Specialist Prison Pharmacist, facilitating professional growth.
Take part in a rewarding role that can lead to personal fulfillment by improving the lives of others.

Useful skills for a Pharmacy Technician - HMP Holme House:
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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