Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has presented for an enthusiastic and committed individual to gain specialised skills in a clinical role. We are looking for a motivated pharmacy technician to join our diverse team.

The post holder will be a key part of the wider pharmacy team responsible for working alongside other healthcare professionals, including pharmacists to manage the provision and supply of medication to patients at Good Hope within University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) NHS Foundation Trust.

You will be responsible for delivering a high standard of clinical care to patients at our hospital through the provision of a safe and effective clinical medicines optimisation service. As part of this role, you will work collaboratively with the clinical pharmacy team to bridge the gap between pharmacy and clinical area(s). You will build key relationships with the multidisciplinary team, acting as a key communication link.

In this role, you will be fully supported to gain the skills and experience required to practice at an advanced level in the hospital setting. As the successful candidate, you will undertake a comprehensive training schedule with the support of several experienced Clinical Pharmacy Technicians.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for all essential and desirable criteria required for the role.

For further information about the role please contact Melanie Mitchell -- melanie.mitchell@uhb.nhs.uk -- 0121 424 9128

Main duties of the job
With a patient-focused approach, you will;

• Support the pharmacy department in the provision of complete pharmaceutical care to patients
• Deliver a high quality ward based medicines optimisation service to a multitude of areas throughout the Trust
• Act as a role model and provide training and mentoring to junior staff members
• Support the pharmacy satellite unit in cancer services
• Carry out accuracy checking commitments

Key Person Specification Requirements

• A nationally recognised pharmacy technician qualification and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Currently practicing as a registered pharmacy technician with post qualification experience within an acute setting
• A nationally recognised accredited accuracy checking qualification
• A professional attitude with the ability to motivate self and others
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
• A flexible approach and commitment to accommodate the needs of the service
• A strong attention to detail
• Experience working as a clinical pharmacy technician or similar capacity is desirable

This post offers in-service development training and the opportunity to gain valuable skills in a clinical role. A requirement to participate in one evening per week, 1 in 7-12 weekends, and one bank holiday per year on a rotational basis will be necessary.

About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working
Band Band 5
Pay scheme Agenda for change

Essential Qualifications

• Professional Registration with the GPhC
• Dispensing Accuracy Accreditation. West Midland's scheme or equivalent
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• Accredited Checking Technician (National Framework) or equivalent
• Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians OR BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills OR equivalent as defined by the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable Qualifications

• Accredited Checking Technician (National Framework)

Essential Experience

• Significant work experience in Pharmacy pre-qualification
• Currently practicing as a band 4 pharmacy technician / equivalent or above with post-qualification experience within an acute setting
• Significant experience within a hospital pharmacy setting
• Understanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
• Health and Safety at Work and COSHH
• Understanding of dispensing, stock control, supply and I.T systems and processes
• Knowledge of medicines, side effects and where to find further information
• Understands the need for delivering a cost effective service and the required work practices to reduce waste

Desirable Experience

• Experience working as a Clinical Pharmacy Technician or similar capacity
• Deputising for senior personnel, co-ordinating daily work flow including situational staff management
• Experience in setting up new working practices or procedures
• Participation in the training and mentoring of staff
• Understanding of ward environment

Employer contact
Hiring Manager: Melanie Mitchell, melanie.mitchell@uhb.nhs.uk, 01214249128

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled worker sponsorship are welcome. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.