Progressive Pharmacy Technician

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS discounts

35 days holiday pro rata

Generous pension scheme

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking two Pharmacy Technicians (Band 4-5) to join the Medicines Management Team at Southampton General Hospital. The roles involve near-patient dispensing, patient counselling on steroid management, and development opportunities within a dynamic clinical environment.

We welcome applicants currently at Band 5 or those progressing to Senior Pharmacy Technician level and encourage flexible working considerations where service needs allow.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Completing medicines reconciliation for patients across medical care groups
• Supporting ward-level dispensing of discharge medicines (TTOs) to enable efficient and timely discharge
• Counselling patients on both new and ongoing medicines to support safe use and adherence in the community

Skills

Pharmacy Technician

Near Patient Dispensing

Patient Counselling

Steroid management

Education

Qualified Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Hours: Full time, Part time - 37.5 hours per week

Job ref: 188-CL080826

Site: Southampton General Hospital

Town: Southampton

Closing: Today at 23:59

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

The Medicines Management Team is seeking two Pharmacy Technicians, or soon to be qualified Pharmacy Technician to join the team on a progressive Band 4-5 contract where we will support the continued development of services across the Medicine Care Group. Following the recent expansion of our roles to include Near Patient Dispensing and patient counselling on steroid management, we are looking to recruit enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team .We would also welcome applications from those already operating at a Band 5 level who are ready to seamlessly slot into the team at a Senior Pharmacy Technician level.

As part of a supportive and dynamic service, you will work directly with patients to improve outcomes and facilitate patient flow. This is a fast-paced and challenging role, offering excellent opportunities to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills within a rewarding clinical environment.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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• Completing medicines reconciliation for patients across medical care groups
• Supporting ward-level dispensing of discharge medicines (TTOs) to enable efficient and timely discharge.
• Counselling patients on both new and ongoing medicines to support safe use and adherence in the community.

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