Pre- Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician_HMP Bedford

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an apprentice Pharmacy Technician for a 2-year training program. This role includes duties such as dispensing medications under supervision, stock management, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The successful candidate will attend an approved training course while working part-time remotely. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start a career in pharmacy within a secure environment.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Supportive learning environment

Qualifications

• Compassion and understanding for all service users and staff.
• Ability to work under supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician.
• Knowledge of legislation and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense and issue prescriptions under supervision.
• Participate in stock control and management systems.
• Document relevant information using electronic patient notes.

Skills

Compassion and understanding

Attention to detail

Ability to follow procedures

Effective communication

Education

Completion of GPhC standards for training

Job description

A Vacancy at Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust. This is a training post, to learn the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The successful candidate will be enrolled onto a GPhC approved Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship course. This will involve working as part of the HMP Woodhill Pharmacy team and completing assignments/exams as set by the training provider. The pre‑registration pharmacy technician will work under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician carrying out all the required duties of a registered pharmacy technician. This will include working in the HMP Woodhill Pharmacy Dispensary & completing clinical tasks, taking into consideration the high level of security which must be maintained at all times. This is an apprenticeship post and will include working remotely 1 day per week to attend a virtual classroom and/or undertake study as per training provider + apprenticeship requirements. The training course duration is 2 years. Success is determined by completing set assignments/assessments, attending '12‑week reviews' and meeting the 'end‑point assessment' criteria.

• To complete all tasks in accordance with the relevant legislation, local standard operating procedures, and local Medicines Policy
• To accurately dispense, and issue prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician.
• To receive prescriptions and orders from other healthcare and medical staff, in accordance with dispensary procedures.
• To participate in the operation of efficient stock control and management systems for the various areas within the pharmacy and the prison wings.
• To accurately document all relevant information pertaining to patient care using the electronic patient notes and prescribing systems.
• To maintain all necessary records including the use of computer equipment and other appropriate documents.
• To contribute to the smooth running of the dispensary, including where necessary cover for other staff.
• To provide medical wings and units with medicines optimisation services, under the supervision of a pharmacy technician or pharmacist.
• To instruct clinical staff in the correct procedures for record keeping, security and storage of controlled drugs.
• To maintain a safe system of work at all times, including the knowledge of and abiding by the fire precautions, departmental and trust safety policies and standard operating procedures.
• To promote the professional image of pharmacy within the Trust by ensuring the standard of dress and behaviour reflect the professional service offered by the pharmacy department.
• To work at other HMP pharmacy sites when necessary.
• To maintain high levels of personal safety and security, be constantly vigilant and adhere to security protocols at all times.
• To ensure that pharmaceuticals are transported within the prison in a manner which maintains the integrity and security of the medicines; whilst adhering to necessary safety precautions.
• To adhere to GPhC standards for pharmacy professionals at all times.
• To successfully complete the requirements of the pharmacy technician course/qualification within the deadline set, meeting the GPhC standards for the initial education and training of pharmacy technicians.
• To meet the various requirements of the apprenticeship scheme, including 'off the job training' and completion of 12‑week reviews.
• To undertake medicine optimisation competency, inclusive of medicine reconciliation and patient counselling, under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician.
• To provide patients and service users with advice and guidance on how to take their medicines effectively.
• To undertake the final accuracy checking competency (as per course requirements) under the supervision of a pharmacist or qualified pharmacy technician.
• To have compassion and understanding for all service users and staff, demonstrating role‑model behaviour at all times.

Disability Confident. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people. For more details please go to .