Specialist Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary Services

Walsall Council; Walsall; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist Pharmacy Technician to manage Dispensary Services. This role involves overseeing stock management, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading a dedicated pharmacy team. You'll contribute to quality improvement projects while managing medicines and stock control, including controlled drugs. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality pharmacy services and want to make a difference in a community-focused environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent required.
• GPhC registration and Accredited Checking Technician certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage medicines management services and stock control.
• Lead and support the pharmacy team for efficient dispensing.

Skills

Effective communication

Compliance with GPhC standards

Knowledge of pharmacy services and workflows

Education

BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science

GPhC registration

Accredited Checking Technician

Leadership qualification

Job description

Specialist Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary Services

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Job Details

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Location: Walsall, Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum, Contract: Permanent, Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours/week (including weekends, bank holidays, late evenings on rotation), Job ref: 407-WCCSS-7002092

About Us

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides high-quality community health services across Walsall, including rapid response and home-based care. We are committed to a diverse workforce and have been rated outstanding for care by the CQC. We offer attractive benefits and support workforce development.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Specialist Pharmacy Technician to manage Dispensary Services, oversee stock management including controlled drugs, and contribute to quality improvement projects. You will lead and support the pharmacy team, ensuring efficient dispensing and compliance with standards.

Main Responsibilities

1. Manage medicines management services and stock control, including controlled drugs.
2. Ensure optimal deployment of technical staff according to demand.
3. Investigate stock discrepancies and work with ward teams to supply medicines timely.
4. Manage pharmacy systems and automation to support dispensing processes.

Person Specification

Qualifications: BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent, GPhC registration, Accredited Checking Technician, Leadership qualification.

Experience: Significant hospital pharmacy experience, team management, dispensary operations.

Skills: Effective communication, compliance with GPhC standards, knowledge of pharmacy services and workflows.

Additional Information

This role involves working with vulnerable populations and requires appropriate DBS checks. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.