Job summary We are seeking a Registered Pharmacy Technician to join our Medicines Optimisation team The Medicines Optimisation team support people in taking their medicines safely and effectively. The aim of the service is to improve individual outcomes by optimising medicines use. The Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians are also available to healthcare professionals for advice on specific individual medication issues, particularly for complex individuals. You will work with the team to support people in the inpatient setting and at home. You will play a key role in supporting the safe transfer of care between care settings, preventing readmission for people recently discharged from hospital, supporting people to regain independence with medication and recommending short or longer term options to aid compliance. Main duties of the job We are looking for a registered pharmacy technician to work at South Bristol Rehabilitation Unit, the unit consists of 60 beds, 30 of which are Subacute Stroke Rehabilitation beds and 30 general Rehabilitation beds. Working closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team, your responsibilities will include medicines reconciliation for newly admitted service users, counselling on the use of medications, ordering and supplying medicines, facilitating discharges to ensure safe transfer of care, supporting the delivery of the medicines optimisation audit programme and contributing to governance arrangements. You will also support 'self-administration of medication' across both units. This will entail ensuring that all patients are assessed for suitability on admission to the unit; evaluating and optimising the suitability of medicines for self-administration; and educating and supporting other staff groups in the safe implementation of the policy. You will be line managed by the lead medicines optimisation technician, working closely with the unit's clinical pharmacist and be supported by the wider Medicines Optimisation team. You will be a valued member of the established multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team on the Rehabilitation Units and will be supported by them to deliver person-centred care. We welcome applications from pharmacy technicians who have completed the relevant medicines optimisation training and who wish to develop these skills further. About us Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas. It's time to turn your dream into reality We are Sirona care & health - England's largest provider of Adult's and Children's Community Services and we'd love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire. Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27 days' annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme - just a glimpse of the benefits we offer. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different - we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices. Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find as an attachment on this vacancy. Date posted 23 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 083-6941049-MC Job locations South Bristol Rehab Unit Hengrove Promenade Bristol BS14 0DE Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Job description and Person Specification for full details of the role before applying. If you are currently require a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 12 months from your start date until the expiry date. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Job description and Person Specification for full details of the role before applying. If you are currently require a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 12 months from your start date until the expiry date. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BTEC or NVQ 3 in pharmaceutical services or equivalent Registered as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Accredited Medicines Optimisation / Medicines Optimisation Technician - SW regional qualification or equivalent Desirable Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Experience Essential Previous medicines optimisation experience including assessment of patients own drugs and medicines reconciliation. Experience of working with partner organisations. Experience of policy and procedure implementation. Experience of stock control. Experience of audit techniques. Desirable Experience in Community Health Services or secondary care. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BTEC or NVQ 3 in pharmaceutical services or equivalent Registered as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Accredited Medicines Optimisation / Medicines Optimisation Technician - SW regional qualification or equivalent Desirable Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Experience Essential Previous medicines optimisation experience including assessment of patients own drugs and medicines reconciliation. Experience of working with partner organisations. Experience of policy and procedure implementation. Experience of stock control. Experience of audit techniques. Desirable Experience in Community Health Services or secondary care. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Sirona care & health CIC Address South Bristol Rehab Unit Hengrove Promenade Bristol BS14 0DE Employer's website https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)