Pharmacy Technician – Prison Healthcare Dispenser

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in London is seeking an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join their Health & Justice team at HMP Feltham. This role involves managing healthcare needs of patients in secure environments and ensuring high-quality primary and mental health services. Applicants should have a BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences and be registered with GPhS. The position offers a salary range of £35,763 to £43,466 annually and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Monthly supervision

Annual personal development plans

Access to training opportunities

Qualifications

• Understands principles of clinical governance.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of government publication 'A Pharmacy Service to Prisoners'.

Responsibilities

• Maintain controlled drug records as per the Misuse of Drugs Act.
• Assist in stock control and supply of medicines.
• Participate in training for healthcare staff.
• Ensure medicines are correctly processed and delivered.

Skills

Knowledge of legislation and good practice in relation to medicines

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Demonstrated initiative

Ability to manage own workload

Education

BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent

Registered with the GPhS

Tools

Pharmacy Manager/SystmOne

JAC computer software

Job description

A healthcare provider in London is seeking an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join their Health & Justice team at HMP Feltham. This role involves managing healthcare needs of patients in secure environments and ensuring high-quality primary and mental health services. Applicants should have a BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences and be registered with GPhS. The position offers a salary range of £35,763 to £43,466 annually and opportunities for professional development.