Hospital Medicines Optimisation Technician

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician to enhance patient care through effective management of medicines. The role involves working closely with clinical teams to ensure accurate medicines reconciliation and support patient discharge processes. Candidates should be registered with GPhC, possess experience in pharmacy settings, and have a passion for improving patient safety and outcomes. Offering a salary range of £31,049 to £37,796 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical technical procedures.
• Knowledge of medicines management legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Carry out timely and accurate medicines reconciliation.
• Support discharge processes and counsel patients about their medicines.
• Implement best practices and medicines policies.
• Participate in initiatives to reduce medication errors.

Skills

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Experienced in hospital or primary care pharmacy

Confident communication

Organised and proactive

Teamwork

Patient safety improvement

Education

NVQ3 or BTEC in pharmaceutical science or equivalent

Specialist training to degree or equivalent level

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician to enhance patient care through effective management of medicines. The role involves working closely with clinical teams to ensure accurate medicines reconciliation and support patient discharge processes. Candidates should be registered with GPhC, possess experience in pharmacy settings, and have a passion for improving patient safety and outcomes. Offering a salary range of £31,049 to £37,796 pro rata.