Senior Pharmacy Technician - Operational Services

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in London seeks a registered Pharmacy Technician to oversee medication supplies and manage Pharmacy Technician staff. Candidates must be GPhC registered and have NVQ Level 3 qualifications. The role involves ensuring compliance with Controlled Drugs regulations and effective communication within the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Experience as a Pharmacy Dispenser/Technician is required.
• Knowledge of Controlled Drugs regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Dispense outpatient, in-patient and discharge prescriptions.
• Manage Band 4 Pharmacy Technicians.
• Investigate Controlled Drugs discrepancies.

Skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Effective communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Accurate record-keeping

Problem-solving abilities

Education

GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician

BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a registered Pharmacy Technician with Hospital Pharmacy experience who would like additional responsibility within the Dispensary setting. The post holder will be the link to Theatres and associated areas and will ensure that medicines are supplied in a timely manner. You will also be responsible for removing expired and unwanted Controlled Drugs, with a good knowledge of Controlled Drugs regulations essential.

This post provides an opportunity to develop line management skills as you will be required to manage Band 4 Pharmacy Technicians. Applicants must have the NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) and a BTEC or equivalent certificate, and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Main duties of the job

• To dispense outpatient, in-patient and discharge prescriptions in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• To dispense Controlled Drug requisitions.
• To investigate Controlled Drugs discrepancies in Theatres and associated areas and escalate in a timely manner if unresolved.
• To ensure that stock items for Theatres and associated areas are dealt with in a timely manner (to-follows).
• To ensure stock outs in Theatres and associated areas are managed by providing suitable alternatives.
• To attend and participate in departmental meetings including CPD sessions.
• To comply with all Trust & Departmental policies and procedures, and to work safely and efficiently.
• To assist in the training and supervision of other grades of staff.

About us

Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) is committed to recruiting the best person for the job based on ability and merit, through a fair, open and non-discriminatory process.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability status or length of unemployment.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members. We are accredited as a Disability Confident Employer and support a range of staff networks and inclusive initiatives.

Job description and Person specification

GOSH provides the detailed job description and person specification in the attached documents. The information below outlines the essential and desirable qualifications and experience:

• GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician.
• BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) Level 3 (City and Guilds) and Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (QCF) or equivalent.
• Experience as a Pharmacy Dispenser/Technician with familiarity in Dispensary and Distribution stock control systems.
• Knowledge of Controlled Drugs regulations; experience with audit is desirable.

Skills and abilities

• Ability to work well under pressure and manage workload priorities.
• Effective communication with patients, families and staff in a courteous and professional manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Accurate record-keeping, good organisational and planning skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and computer literacy with attention to detail.

Other information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, WC1N 3JH