Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic registered Pharmacy Technician, based at the Watford General Hospital.

Working hours for this role are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 1 late duty every 2 weeks and a weekend shift every 6 weeks.

Whether you are a registered hospital pharmacy technician seeking a new challenge, a community pharmacy technician looking to transition into a hospital setting, or a pre-registration pharmacy technician nearing qualification, this role offers an excellent platform to advance your career.

We have both permanent and fixed-term opportunities available, with further details to be discussed at interview.

Main duties of the job
To work as part of the pharmacy team in providing an efficient, effective and safe pharmaceutical service to patients and customers.

To rotate through Dispensary and Clinical areas.

To undertake a range of activities in the dispensary, including the preparation, dispensing and issuing of medicines (including clinical trial products and CDs) in response to prescriptions or requisitions.

To provide a range of clinical and ward services under the direction of the Lead Clinical Technician.

To provide advice to ward staff, patients and carers on pharmaceutical matters within own competency.

To assist the senior Dispensary staff in supervising, training and coaching of pharmacy support workers/student technicians in the dispensary and assist with the daily organisation.

Applicants must be self-motivated and organised. You will need to be able to work effectively alone and as part of a team.

Whilst on rotation you will be expected to complete a set of competencies associated with each area.

Candidates will be encouraged and supported to complete their ACPT, if not already obtained.

About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.

Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential

• BTEC level 3 Diploma in the principles and practice for Pharmacy Technicians (previously NVQ 3 in pharmacy services / BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent).
• Current registration as Pharmacy Technician with General Pharmaceutical Council.

Desirable

• Accredited checking qualification.
• Clinical Technician Accreditation in Medicines Management (or equivalent).

Knowledge:
Essential

• Basic clinical knowledge.
• Requirements of Good Dispensing Practice.
• Knowledge of CPD.
• Knowledge of good stock control principles.
• Good knowledge of law and ethics related to Pharmacy.
• Understand the importance of the need for confidentiality.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the EMIS pharmacy system.
• Knowledge of Specialist Hospital services e.g. Homecare, Medicines Management, Procurement.

Experience:
Essential

• Recent experience in a pharmacy setting.
• Experience of working to SOPs.
• Experience of working with other healthcare professionals.
• Experience of working with patients including counselling.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a pharmacy hospital.
• Experience of EMIS pharmacy.

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.

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).