Closing Date: 10.11.24 (this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 11.11.24
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: to be on 28.11.24
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join our clinical governance/contracting team providing a comprehensive governance and contracting service. Bradford Teaching Hospitals is a great place to work, with a friendly and welcoming pharmacy team. The size of the department means there are many opportunities for a motivated pharmacy technician to develop and use their skills, and you will be supported by senior staff.
In order to apply for this post you must be registered as a Pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
The trust spends in the order of £50 million per annum on medicines. You will work closely with the Specialist Pharmacist - Clinical Commissioning and with the trust contracting and finance teams and speciality leads to assist in the delivery of the trust medicines optimisation strategy and initiatives.
Main duties of the job
You will be part of a well-supported and established team. You will work with experienced staff and we will ensure that you are offered appropriate training and development for the role if required. You will have the opportunity to attend regional and national events and training. You will also be encouraged to network with colleagues in similar roles in other trusts, and to work with the NHS England local area team pharmacy and medicines lead.
Some input will also be required into the dispensary services, including being part of the weekend and bank holiday working rotas.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A& E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Significant experience of Technical pharmacy service delivery which would normally be achieved after at least two years post qualification acquired through NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC equivalent level qualification plus specialist training and experience to degree or equivalent level.
Desirable
* Experience of working in a similar role
Skills
Essential
* Numeracy skills
* Able to follow written and verbal instructions, including working to standard operating procedures
* Ability to work effectively under pressure
* Good team working skills
* Demonstrable attention to detail
* Computer literate - Excel and Word in particular
* Good organisational skills
* Customer care
Knowledge
Essential
* Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
* Knowledge of Medicines Management
* Knowledge and understanding of Pharmaceutical technical procedures specific to the area of work
* Good dispensing or distribution or manufacturing practice
* Accuracy checking
Qualifications
Essential
* Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (NVQ), BTEC National Certificate in Science (Pharmaceutical) or equivalent qualification.
* Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Other
Essential
* Demonstrates continued professional development or equivalent knowledge through experience
* Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the department
Employer details
Employer name
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bradford Teaching Hospitals
Bradford
BD9 6RJ
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