Rotational Pharmacy Technician

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days paid annual leave

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to work across the Dispensary, Aseptic unit and Procurement in a rotational capacity. You will gain experience across hospital pharmacy practices while upholding professional standards.

Prior hospital experience is desirable but not essential; full training and development will be provided to fulfil specialist duties, including participation in accreditation schemes where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospital pharmacy settings is desirable but not essential.
• Full training and development will be provided to fulfil specialist duties.
• Rotational role across Dispensary, Aseptic unit and Procurement.

Responsibilities

• Labelling, dispensing and final accuracy checking of prescriptions
• Receiving and issuing prescriptions
• Assist with day-to-day supervision and coordination of aseptic preparation, dispensing and checking activities
• Preparation of injectable medicines using aseptic technique in pharmaceutical isolators
• Assist with day-to-day orderings of standard medicines
• Assist with processing invoices, and escalating discrepancies
• Assist Procurement Technician and Lead Procurement Technician with projects to improve auditability and efficiency

Job description

The role will require you to work in various sections of the pharmacy department undertaking technician duties on a rotational basis, (Dispensary, Aseptic services, Procurement) whilst demonstrating professional attitudes and behaviours in line with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Standards for Pharmacy Professionals. The post will be rotational, and involve the successful candidate working in our Dispensary, the Aseptic unit and other areas such as Procurement. Prior hospital experience is desirable but not essential. Successful candidates will be given full training and development in order to fulfil specialist duties for this post. (Including participation in accreditation schemes if applicable)

• Labelling, dispensing and final accuracy checking of prescriptions
• Receiving and Issuing prescriptions
• Assist with the day to day supervision and co-ordination of aseptic preparation, dispensing and checking activities
• Preparation of injectable medicines using aseptic technique in pharmaceutical isolators
• Assist with the day-to-day orderings of standard medicines
• Assist with the processing of invoices, and escalating discrepancies
• Assist the Procurement Technician and Lead Procurement Technician with projects designed to improve auditability and/or efficiency

We are a department that is committed to the expanding role of technicians, and you will gain experience in many aspects of hospital pharmacy practice in our busy department. The full job description outlines the key areas of responsibility for the role and the person specification details the qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience required.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Beverley Taylor, Lead Technician for Education and Training, Tel [phone], email [e-mail]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit. You will also have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.