Pharmacy Technician General Practice (GP) / Primary Care Network (PCN) / NIPPS (Network Integra[...]

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Pharmacy Technicians to join their dynamic team in Salford. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative healthcare initiative, providing clinical pharmacy services within local Primary Care Networks. You will work closely with Clinical Pharmacists to ensure patients receive the best possible care while managing a diverse range of challenges. The organization values flexibility and professional development, offering a competitive benefits package and a supportive environment. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Annual leave allowance

Health and wellbeing activities

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician is essential.
• Post-qualifying experience in pharmacy practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in achieving optimal outcomes from their medicines.
• Work within a Primary Care Network promoting effective prescribing practices.

Skills

Clinical Pharmacy Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Education

BTEC diploma level 3 in pharmaceutical science

NVQ level 3 Diploma in pharmacy service skills

Tools

General Pharmaceutical Council Registration

Job description

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

About

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate, and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities, and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

Key details

Location

Site: GP Practices
Address: Salford Primary Care Network
Town: Salford
Postcode: M6 8HD
Major / Minor Region: Manchester

Contract type & working pattern

Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

• Full time
• Part time
• Job share
• Flexible working

Salary

Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: (Band 5)

Specialty

Main area: Pharmacy

Job overview

Pharmacy Technician – General Practice (GP) / Primary Care Network (PCN) / NIPPS (Network Integrated Practice Pharmacy team in Salford)

Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice is part of an exciting programme of transformation to develop a new model of care which addresses our ambition to deliver person-centred, co-ordinated care across an integrated health economy.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced and dynamic team providing clinical pharmacy services within local Primary Care Networks.

Do you enjoy working directly with people, dealing with a variety of needs and challenges, as well as delivering actual benefits and making a true difference? We pride ourselves on providing the best possible care for patients whilst creating a safe environment for our staff.

We are looking for enthusiastic and forward-thinking pharmacy technicians to complement the team. We welcome applicants with or without GP experience. If you have the right skills and qualities, we can provide ongoing support to develop professionally.

We have flexible working arrangements and a range of staff benefits.

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The pharmacy role within primary care can pro-actively help patients stay safe and well and out of hospital, as well as helping reduce the demands on general practice.

Working together with Clinical Pharmacists, you will support patients to get the best outcomes from their medicines. You will work within a PCN promoting high quality and cost-effective prescribing practice.

The role provides a great opportunity to join a committed team as well as having access to national training through the NHSE Clinical Training Pathway and be part of a local network of clinical pharmacists/other technicians.

We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and adaptable to change, with good clinical and I.T. skills. Candidates should exhibit organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of healthcare professionals and other stakeholders including patients, families, and carers.

Working for our organisation

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) serves a diverse population, and each Care Organisation works hard to ensure all services are accessible and fair. We respect the value of difference. Our aim is to employ a workforce representative of the communities we serve. Regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, trans status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief, all are welcome.

We also warmly welcome interest from serving and ex-personnel, and their relatives. Please identify that you are a member of the armed forces community on your application form to be entitled to a guaranteed interview (subject to essential criteria being met). As a Disability Confident Employer, guaranteed interviews are also available to disabled applicants when essential role requirements have been met.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social background or trade union membership.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies and will not be liable for fees for candidates submitted speculatively.

We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to supporting flexible working for our people wherever possible and all our colleagues are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Person specification

Registration

Essential criteria

• Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• BTEC diploma level 3 in pharmaceutical science or NVQ level 3 Diploma in pharmacy service skills (or equivalent as recognised by GPHC)

Desirable criteria

• CPPE Primary care pharmacy education pathway in progress
• CPPE Primary care pharmacy education pathway completed

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Significant post qualifying experience, working as a registered pharmacy technician in general practice, community or hospital pharmacy
• An appreciation of the nature of primary/secondary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for the improvement of prescribing.
• Evidence of commitment to lifelong learning – CPD

Desirable criteria

• Understanding of general practice and related computer systems
• Evidence of patient centred approach to care

Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Jennifer Bartlett
Job title: Lead Pharmacist - NIPPS Team
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 07734583002

Gillian Crawshaw Pharmacy P [email protected] PA 0161 206 1050

If you have problems applying, contact

Address: Turnpike House, Eccles New Road, Salford, M50 1SW