The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
About
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do to offer a high quality patient experience in a caring and supportive environment. This aligns with our vision of providing safe, caring and effective services because people matter.
This is an opportunity to join an NHS organisation that inspires its staff to innovate, with support and encouragement to continually develop. In return you will have the opportunity to inspire exemplary support for our patients.
We expect all of our staff to demonstrate the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility.
CARE
We believe healthcare is better when provided by supported and dedicated staff, so if you are innovative, forward thinking and dedicated to high quality patient care come and join our amazing team.
RESPECT
Our Trust gives its staff a voice and empowers its employees to be involved in service innovation and change as well as achieving their personal goals and aspirations. We want staff to always feel valued and respected and know they can make a difference to our patients.
RESPONSIBILITY
As a responsible employer we strive to promote a healthy and safe environment and to ensure a positive experience for all. We work hard to create a culture of engagement and inclusivity where colleagues believe in and live by our values. We engage with our staff in an open and transparent way by listening, being honest and working together to achieve our aims. We firmly believe in the ability of our colleagues to help us shape our services so that our values are at the centre of everything we do.
Be part of our journey of continuous improvement, come and join us at the Dudley Group.
Key details
Location
Site: Russells Hall Hospital
Address: Pensnett Rd
Town: Dudley
Postcode: DY1 2HQ
Major / Minor Region: Birmingham & The Black Country
Contract type & working pattern
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 22.5 hours per week (At The Dudley Group, we understand the benefits of offering a range of flexible working options from day one of employment to support both employees and the Trust. Offering flexible working opportunities is one of the ways that the Trust aims to attract and retain a diverse workforce. Further information on the options available can be found via the link in the job advert.)
Salary
Grade: Step 4 to 5
Specialty
Main area: Pharmacy
Job overview
Are you an enthusiastic, skilled, and patient-centered Pharmacy Technician? This is a fantastic opportunity to join The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust as a Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician specializing in Women’s Services. You’ll play a critical role in delivering expert pharmaceutical care to patients across the maternity unit and delivery suite. This position supports our commitment to providing safe, caring, and effective services because people matter.
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As a Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician, you will:
* Deliver high-quality medicines management services to designated areas, including women’s specialty wards.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and ensure effective medication use.
* Obtain accurate medication histories, assess patients’ own medicines, and support the transcription and supply of discharge medication.
* Counsel patients on medication use, providing advice on benefits and side effects.
* Facilitate audits, promote adherence to Trust and national clinical guidelines, and support quality improvement initiatives.
* Provide training for pharmacy staff, nurses, and midwives regarding medicines management.
Working for our organisation
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of “excellent health care, improved health for all”. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
In this role, you will:
* Manage medicines at ward level, including stock control, non-stock item requests, and one-stop dispensing.
* Support clinical pharmacists in reviewing prescriptions and ensuring the accuracy of dispensing.
* Actively participate in discharge planning by coordinating medication supply and liaising with GPs and community pharmacies.
* Assist with ward stock reviews and audits to promote safe, effective, and efficient medication use.
* Act as a role model and mentor for junior staff, contributing to training and development programs.
* Uphold the Trust’s standards for clinical pharmacy, participating in risk management activities and ensuring compliance with all statutory and professional requirements.
* Participate in a rotational shift pattern, including late nights, weekends, and bank holidays, to support a seven-day pharmacy service.
Main Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
* Promote patient safety by ensuring the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of medication-related processes.
* Support compliance with the Trust’s governance and improvement practices.
* Contribute to the creation and development of medicines management policies, procedures, and standards.
* Collaborate with the wider healthcare team to maintain a patient-centered focus in all aspects of care.
This position is part-time, with a total of 22.5 hours per week. The current schedule is Monday to Wednesday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM; however, working hours can be discussed during the interview process to accommodate flexibility.
The role involves participating in the late-night service on a rotational basis, with operations extending until 7:30 PM. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to weekend and bank holiday shifts, as part of a rotation, to support the Trust's commitment to providing a seamless seven-day service.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* Accredited Checking Technician
Experience
Essential criteria
* Recent hospital experience (post-registration)
Desirable criteria
* Experience providing Medicines Management Services
* Experience of the use of PMR (Patient Medical Records) and/or other Electronic Systems such as Sunrise, Wellsky
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential criteria
* Excellent organisational skills, manages time effectively, working within deadlines and uses own initiative.
* Ability to prioritise work in a challenging and fast paced environment.
* Ability to work alone and make decisions within agreed parameters and appropriate referral / escalation as necessary.
Further details / informal visits contact
Name: Benjamin Willetts
Job title: Lead MMT for Surgery, Women & Children
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 01384456111
Annie Willetts - [email protected] - Lead Pharmacist for Women's Services
Judith Morey - [email protected] - Principal Pharmacist for Surgery, Women & Children
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