Job summary This is a split role (50:50) between the Medicine Management Technician (MMT) and Specialist HIV. As a registered Pharmacy Technician, you will work with the HIV service and the MMT teams as well as the wider Multidisciplinary team (MDT) in both areas. Developments in the treatment of HIV have led to the introduction of a number of effective treatments while the role of MMT is expanding in diverse ways within NUH. You will be responsible for the provision of high-quality HIV homecare services and MMT by: 1. Supporting and developing the quality of patients' pharmaceutical care within outpatient HIV services at NUH, through the provision of a professional and effective medicines management service 2. Assisting with the registration and maintenance of the homecare service for patients living with HIV. 3. Conducting adherence reviews, drug histories and medication switch counselling for outpatients living with HIV. 4. Assisting in the education and training of multidisciplinary staff 5. To take full part in the 7-day shifted rota and bank holiday duties Shifted and bank holiday duties: To participate in departmental weekend, bank holiday and late duty working as required. At the time of advertising, the weekend rota encompasses 2 half-day shifts every 4/5 weeks at the city campus or 1 full day shift every 4 weeks at the QMC campus. In addition, the post holder will participate in a system of flexible shifts to facilitate NUH pharmacy opening times. Main duties of the job In addition to the below summary, you need to familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert. Main duties of the split job role (50:50) Act as the primary contact for patients with queries or concerns regarding their medication supply. This may involve challenging situations in clinic, such as patients attending who have run out of medication. Counsel patients on their medication and take accurate drug histories. Have day-to-day contact with clinicians, specialist pharmacists, specialist nurses and clinic admin staff. Responsible for ensuring patient information is stored responsibly and accurately Support the resolution of stock and supply problems. Help to provide education and training to pharmacy staff Participate routinely in performing drug histories on designated wards as an MMT and provide ward cover when needed - the expectation of the ward role would be 50% per week Participate in weekend cover rota. Please see the job description for further information. About us What we offer: Supportive and friendly teams, both within the Pharmacy and in the wider clinical MDT. Structured opportunities for training and development, both personal and professional Utilisation of digital technology Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust has a national and international reputation for many of its specialist services and expertise. We have achieved a national and international reputation for many of our specialist services including stroke, renal, neurosciences, cancer services and trauma. We are also at the forefront of many research programmes and new surgical procedures. As a teaching Trust, we have a strong relationship with our colleagues at the University of Nottingham and other universities across the East Midlands. We play a vital role in the education and training of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 164-6734720 Job locations Nottingham City Hospital Hucknall Road Nottingham NG5 1PB Job description Job responsibilities Whilst this post is commissioned to be full time (37.5 hours per week) the service would welcome applications from those wanting a better work life balance. If you would like to consider this post but on less than full time hours please still apply and outline this on your application form or please contact us for further discussion. Please see the attached job description for more information about the job roles and responsibilities. This post is offered on a full time equivalent or part-time. Job description Job responsibilities Whilst this post is commissioned to be full time (37.5 hours per week) the service would welcome applications from those wanting a better work life balance. If you would like to consider this post but on less than full time hours please still apply and outline this on your application form or please contact us for further discussion. Please see the attached job description for more information about the job roles and responsibilities. This post is offered on a full time equivalent or part-time. Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential BTEC/NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services General Pharmaceutical Council registered Pharmacy technician Desirable Medicine Management Assessments or Validations (Accredited or proof of in-house training) Experience Essential Substantial knowledge of medicine management procedures and policies Can demonstrate that they can work on their own initiative but know limits of their authority and knowledge. Ability to perform and work under pressure to deliver objectives and plans Desirable Experience in HIV/Abx Experience working with Homecare Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Good interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with a wide range of staff and patients Clear communication Analytical & Judgement Skills Essential Proven experience in problem solving Accurate with good attention to detail Planning & Organisation Skills Essential Experience in organising workload to meet pharmacy services and patients' needs Demonstrate ability to multitask Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential BTEC/NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services General Pharmaceutical Council registered Pharmacy technician Desirable Medicine Management Assessments or Validations (Accredited or proof of in-house training) Experience Essential Substantial knowledge of medicine management procedures and policies Can demonstrate that they can work on their own initiative but know limits of their authority and knowledge. Ability to perform and work under pressure to deliver objectives and plans Desirable Experience in HIV/Abx Experience working with Homecare Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Good interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with a wide range of staff and patients Clear communication Analytical & Judgement Skills Essential Proven experience in problem solving Accurate with good attention to detail Planning & Organisation Skills Essential Experience in organising workload to meet pharmacy services and patients' needs Demonstrate ability to multitask 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 Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts Address Nottingham City Hospital Hucknall Road Nottingham NG5 1PB Employer's website https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)