Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (Band 3)

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust; Silsden; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare institution in the UK is looking for a highly enthusiastic individual to join their pharmacy team as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. The successful candidate will undertake a 2-year training program leading to a BTEC qualification, work closely with a Senior Pharmacy Technician, and be involved in dispensing medications and supporting various pharmacy operations. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to commit to a 2-year training program.
• Able to work under pressure and complete tasks on time.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with pharmacy procedures.

Responsibilities

• Attend college one day per week to complete the BTEC qualification.
• Dispense medications under supervision of a pharmacist.
• Contribute to a positive working environment and support team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Technician Principles and Practice

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly enthusiastic individual to join our pharmacy team and train as a Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician. Pharmacy Technicians are invaluable in the healthcare industry and highly sought after. As a Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician, you will spend 2 years working towards achieving the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians. This course is recognised by the GPhC and once awarded, you will be able to register as a Pharmacy Technician. The course consists of a mixture of college-based assignments and completing a portfolio of evidence-based competencies. Applicants are encouraged to visit to explore the role and department prior to interview.

Responsibilities

• To attend college one day per week to obtain the knowledge required to complete the BTEC qualification.
• To work closely with your assessor / Senior Pharmacy Technician for Education and Training to complete an online 'e-portfolio' of work that documents the skills you use at work and the tasks you perform.
• To actively seek out new learning opportunities to expand your knowledge.
• To be prepared to complete work in your own time at home.
• To contribute actively and constructively towards a working environment that encourages teamwork, mutual support and excellence in service delivery.
• Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the dispensing of various types of medication such as clinical trials, controlled drugs, inpatient medication requests and outpatient prescriptions.
• To perform medicines reconciliation on the wards.
• Be responsible for the ordering, receipt and housekeeping of pharmaceutical stock.
• Accurately check dispensed medications.
• Undertake any training required as discussed in your annual personal development review.
• Follow documented standard operating procedures (SOPs) and stay up to date with changes to SOPs.
• Attend relevant study programmes agreed at annual Personal Development Review and keep updated records of Continuing Professional Development.
• Maintain a safe system of work at all times and comply with fire, safety policies and procedure manuals.
• Promote the professional image of pharmacy within the trust by ensuring dress and behaviour reflect professional service.
• Work with the Trust to achieve targets, maintain KPI targets, and ensure prescription tracking is carried out at all times.
• Supervise and assist with the training of other Senior ATOs and ATOs.
• Participate in the Trust appraisal scheme and attend mandatory training sessions.
• The post may require working extended hours, weekends and Bank Holidays as part of the Pharmacy rota.

Dispensary

• Under the supervision of a pharmacist, dispense in-patient supplies including ward stock, take-home drugs and items requested by technicians, including clinical trials and unlicensed medicines.
• Under the supervision of a pharmacist, dispense out-patient and discharge prescriptions, including Oncology, Haematology and Clinical trials, with patient counselling on storage, dosage, side effects and other information.
• Handle payments of prescription charges accurately.
• Support services to external hospitals, clinics and nursing homes; supply drugs to patients taking Clozaril.
• Dispense controlled drugs under supervision.
• Assist with extemporaneous preparation of medicines and related labelling/prefilling procedures.
• Carry out reception duties and provide administrative support to the anticoagulant service, managing calls and appointments efficiently.

Aseptic

• Provide support in the Aseptic unit dispensing a wide range of products.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Quality Assurance; adhere to health and safety policies.
• Follow aseptic gowning, PPE and personal hygiene guidelines.
• Clean and sanitise specialist equipment and assist in setting up aseptic items and transfer into clean rooms.
• Manage stock of consumables and drugs within the aseptic department; assist with microbiological monitoring programs.

Pharmacy Procurement

• Carry out stock control and monitor stock throughout the department.
• Provide ongoing support to the receipt and distribution of pharmacy stock; report discrepancies to the senior technician.
• File prescriptions, orders and other documentation; check stock expiry dates and rotate stock efficiently.
• Utilise appropriate IT systems for stock management; under supervision, check availability and place orders with local wholesalers.

Other

• This job description is not exclusive or exhaustive; duties may vary with changing circumstances and in consultation with the post holder.

About the Trust

We are a national centre for telemedicine and telehealth in the UK offender healthcare sector, with strong links to Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to inspire the workforce of the future. We value compassion, quality of care and teamwork to deliver for patients.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and actively encourage applications regardless of age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We support reasonable adjustments and flexible working.

Additional Information

There is an exciting plan to build a new hospital on our Steeton site by 2030 and to implement a new electronic patient record as part of our digital future. If a DBS check is required, the Trust will administer it and may recover the cost from your first full month’s salary. See the DBS Privacy Policy and DBS Update Service details in the application materials.