Job summary Closing Date: 30.03.25 (this may change dependent on response) Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 31.03.25 Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 07.04.25 We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, compassionate, and highly motivated pharmacy technician to work within our fantastic team. The post holder will be responsible for the organisation of the day to day service provision of the anticoagulation services working very closely with the Lead Pharmacist - Anticoagulant Clinic and the rest of team. As a keen team player with excellent communication and leadership skills, you should be able to inspire people to achieve their potential and enable colleagues to provide excellent and person-centred care. This role requires excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. Relevant experience and good written and verbal communication skills are essential. Main duties of the job To provide anticoagulation management of patients under the care of the BTHFT Anticoagulation clinic including anticoagulation dosing and the education of patients / carers with attention to adherence and concordance issues. To regularly use computer systems such as DAWN AC computerised dosing system. To develop training packs relevant to the area To be responsible for the supervision, training and validation of competence of the trainee pharmacists, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with regard to direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) counselling and warfarin counselling. To undertake audit/ quality improvement projects as directed by the Lead Pharmacist - Anticoagulant Clinic. To write procedures/policies relating to the Anticoagulation service in conjunction with other appropriate staff and managers. Delivery and implementation of agreed procedures and monitor compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Contribute to and implement service developments ensuring change is managed smoothly. Ensure quality monitoring is carried out and reported appropriately i.e. error monitoring, time in therapeutic range for vitamin K antagonist patients, service delivery monitoring. Liaise with GPs, community pharmacists, external organisations and colleagues in order to improve the care of patients on anticoagulants. About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust: We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Date posted 14 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 389-25-7028749 Job locations Bradford Teaching Hospitals Little Horton Lane Bradford BD5 0NA Job description Job responsibilities To provide anticoagulation management of patients under the care of the BTHFT Anticoagulation clinic including anticoagulation dosing and the education of patients / carers with attention to adherence and concordance issues. To regularly use computer systems such as DAWN AC computerised dosing system. To develop training packs relevant to the area To be responsible for the supervision, training and validation of competence of the trainee pharmacists, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with regard to direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) counselling and warfarin counselling. To undertake audit/ quality improvement projects as directed by the Lead Pharmacist Anticoagulant Clinic. To write procedures/policies relating to the Anticoagulation service in conjunction with other appropriate staff and managers. Delivery and implementation of agreed procedures and monitor compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Contribute to and implement service developments ensuring change is managed smoothly. Ensure quality monitoring is carried out and reported appropriately i.e. error monitoring, time in therapeutic range for vitamin K antagonist patients, service delivery monitoring. Liaise with GPs, community pharmacists, external organisations and colleagues in order to improve the care of patients on anticoagulants. Job description Job responsibilities To provide anticoagulation management of patients under the care of the BTHFT Anticoagulation clinic including anticoagulation dosing and the education of patients / carers with attention to adherence and concordance issues. To regularly use computer systems such as DAWN AC computerised dosing system. To develop training packs relevant to the area To be responsible for the supervision, training and validation of competence of the trainee pharmacists, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with regard to direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) counselling and warfarin counselling. To undertake audit/ quality improvement projects as directed by the Lead Pharmacist Anticoagulant Clinic. To write procedures/policies relating to the Anticoagulation service in conjunction with other appropriate staff and managers. Delivery and implementation of agreed procedures and monitor compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Contribute to and implement service developments ensuring change is managed smoothly. Ensure quality monitoring is carried out and reported appropriately i.e. error monitoring, time in therapeutic range for vitamin K antagonist patients, service delivery monitoring. Liaise with GPs, community pharmacists, external organisations and colleagues in order to improve the care of patients on anticoagulants. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC equivalent level qualification Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC. Nationally recognised accuracy checking qualification Desirable Member of the APTUK Advanced post graduate qualification Leadership / Management qualification Experience Essential Significant experience of Technical pharmacy service delivery post qualification acquired through NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC equivalent level qualification plus specialist training and experience to degree or equivalent level. Experience of supervising or mentoring staff Desirable Experience of working in a similar role Skills Essential Able to analyse and interpret a wide range of technical information Able to assess staff performance against agreed standards and criteria Good team working skills Demonstrable attention to detail Computer literate Numeracy skills Accurate and concise written and oral communications skills Ability to work effectively under pressure Ability to communicate effectively Able to work effectively to short, medium and long term and changing deadlines Able to ensure work is carried out according to departmental and Trust policies and procedures Ability to affect and manage change Able to empathise with patients Knowledge Essential Broad knowledge of Medicines Management Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Pharmaceutical technical procedures specific to the area of work Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC equivalent level qualification Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC. Nationally recognised accuracy checking qualification Desirable Member of the APTUK Advanced post graduate qualification Leadership / Management qualification Experience Essential Significant experience of Technical pharmacy service delivery post qualification acquired through NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC equivalent level qualification plus specialist training and experience to degree or equivalent level. Experience of supervising or mentoring staff Desirable Experience of working in a similar role Skills Essential Able to analyse and interpret a wide range of technical information Able to assess staff performance against agreed standards and criteria Good team working skills Demonstrable attention to detail Computer literate Numeracy skills Accurate and concise written and oral communications skills Ability to work effectively under pressure Ability to communicate effectively Able to work effectively to short, medium and long term and changing deadlines Able to ensure work is carried out according to departmental and Trust policies and procedures Ability to affect and manage change Able to empathise with patients Knowledge Essential Broad knowledge of Medicines Management Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Pharmaceutical technical procedures specific to the area of work Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bradford Teaching Hospitals Little Horton Lane Bradford BD5 0NA Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)