Prison Pharmacy Technician: Medicines Optimisation

NHS; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Exeter is seeking a compassionate Pharmacy Technician to join their team within HMP Exeter. The role involves providing medicines management services and ensuring the appropriate use of medications for prisoners. The ideal candidate will have previous pharmacy experience and a level 3 NVQ in Pharmacy Services, with opportunities for personal development and training within the NHS framework. Offering competitive benefits, this position plays a crucial role in supporting the rehabilitation of offenders.

Benefits

NHS pension

Career development opportunities

Support for qualifications and training

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience of working in a pharmacy.
• Previous prison or mental health pharmacy experience.
• Some understanding of mental illness and substance misuse.

Responsibilities

• Provide a medicines management service to patients.
• Administer medicines against valid prescriptions.
• Dispense prescriptions and supervise assistants.

Skills

Medicines management

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Registration with GPhC

Evidence of CPD

Tools

Pharmacy Manager

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Exeter is seeking a compassionate Pharmacy Technician to join their team within HMP Exeter. The role involves providing medicines management services and ensuring the appropriate use of medications for prisoners. The ideal candidate will have previous pharmacy experience and a level 3 NVQ in Pharmacy Services, with opportunities for personal development and training within the NHS framework. Offering competitive benefits, this position plays a crucial role in supporting the rehabilitation of offenders.