Impactful Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician (Band 5)

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician to support the Medicines Optimisation Team within a busy hospital setting in Bath.

The post involves liaising with ward pharmacists, prescribers and nurses to ensure medicines reconciliation, POD implementation, patient safety, and high standards of care in line with government guidance and local policies.

Qualifications

• Professional registration is required.
• MOPT and ACT accreditation are desirable.
• Experience in hospital setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Be part of Medicines Optimisation team and liaise with ward pharmacists, prescribers and nurses.
• Implement and maintain POD scheme for designated area including liaising with care home providers and community pharmacies.
• Support in training and mentoring of medicines optimisation staff and healthcare professionals.
• Check medication on admission against patient information and SCO/GP notes; resolve discrepancies with pharmacists or prescribers.
• Assist in initiating supply of non-stock items for one-stop dispensing after pharmacist check.

Skills

Professional registration

MOPT accreditation

Hospital experience

Job description

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician to support the Medicines Optimisation Team within a busy hospital setting in Bath.

The post involves liaising with ward pharmacists, prescribers and nurses to ensure medicines reconciliation, POD implementation, patient safety, and high standards of care in line with government guidance and local policies.