Higher Level Pharmacy Technician - Wards
Job Description
Job summary
Closing Date:06.04.25 (this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 07.04.25
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 14.04.25
Are you a patient-centred individual who enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary team? Do you want to make a direct difference to patient care and work in a NHS Trust that values their team and their development?
We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and flexible Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly and dedicated clinical services team.
Main duties of the job
You will:
- Work with members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Undertake ward-based dispensing to facilitate discharge from hospital
- Ensure medicines are in the right place at the right time
- Take drug histories and perform medicines reconciliation
- Educate nursing staff with regards to medicine matters on the ward
- Train junior members of the Pharmacy Department
This role is critical to assist the efficient flow of patients, high rates of medicines reconciliation and to maintain a high standard in seven day clinical pharmacy services.
If you believe you have what it takes to help deliver the benefits of this service, then please get in touch.
About us
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, pension scheme including life assurance cover and advice on childcare.
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 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 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
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Good team working skills
- Demonstrable attention to detail
- Computer literate
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
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills (NVQ) or equivalent qualification
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
other requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates continued professional development or equivalent knowledge through experience
- Excellent physical fitness and good general health
- Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the department
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
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bradford Teaching Hospitals
Duckworth Lane
Bradford
BD9 6RJ
