Bank Paediatric community Consultant line of workNHS Medical - Surrey, United Kingdom - Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Description

Job Overview

Are you a pharmacy technician experienced in inpatient services?

Seeking the support and learning opportunities that come with being part of a large, professional team?

Looking for diverse, impactful work that directly affects patient care?

Great news! We have an ideal role for you.

We need ACPT-qualified pharmacy technicians to oversee checking and maintaining the dispensary workflow at Epsom General Hospital.

We're a tight-knit group, dedicated to providing top-notch service to our patients while supporting each other as a high-performing team.

It's a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and exceptional customer care skills are crucial for effective communication with patients and MDT members. ACPT certification is a must for this role.

Joining us can kickstart something amazing and be the best decision you'll make this year. Show us in your application how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the attached person specification.

If you have any questions, reach out to Amy Steel, our Principal Pharmacist.

Please note these positions involve weekend, Bank Holiday, and late duty rotations.

Main Duties of the Job

- Manage daily inpatient and outpatient workload checking

- Ensure safe, efficient, and timely prescription dispensing

- Uphold departmental policies and meet patient and pharmacy department needs

As you're aware, at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, we're always keen on expanding our talented teams – just like yours. That's why we're thrilled to offer an additional one-time financial benefit, along with the salary, to the appointed candidate for the Senior Pharmacy Technician, Patient Services role.

Working for Our Organization

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust delivers diverse medical services to around 490,000 residents in southwest London and northeast Surrey. Additionally, we provide specialized services, particularly in renal and neonatal intensive care, to a broader area across parts of Sussex and Hampshire.

We operate in an area rich in diversity, encompassing urban and rural regions with varying quality of life levels. Serving some of the country's most affluent postcodes as well as less affluent areas, we collaborate with colleagues at NHS Surrey and NHS Sutton and Merton to ensure the delivery of top-tier care to our communities.

The Trust has a workforce of approximately 5,000 staff and is supported by over 500 volunteers.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

For more information about the role and requirements, refer to the attached job description and person specification document. Ensure your application aligns with these documents as your assessment will be based on them. Note that the position is situated at Epsom General Hospital.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential Criteria

• BTEC / NVQ Level 3 Certified Pharmacy Technician registered with GPhC
• Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) Certificate

Experience

Essential Criteria

• Post-qualification hospital experience
• Supervisory experience
• Patient counseling skills

Desirable Criteria

• Proficiency in the CMM pharmacy computer system
• Understanding of and involvement in data collection for KPIs and audits
• Dispensing/supply experience for clinical trials

Skills & Abilities

Essential Criteria

• Effective workload organization for self and others
• Computer literacy for dispensing and stock management
• Ability to perform under pressure and prioritize tasks

Desirable Criteria

• Change management skills

Your Application: Ensure your supporting statement aligns with the job description and person specification as it will be evaluated against these criteria.

References: Provide 3 years of employment/educational history. Professional, work-related email addresses are required; personal email addresses (e.g., Hotmail, Gmail) will not be accepted. In case you cannot provide professional email addresses but are invited for an interview, inform the interviewers to prevent delays in pre-employment checks.

Closing Date: Vacancies might close before the advertised date upon receiving an adequate number of applications for efficient recruitment.

Shortlisting: If shortlisted, you will be contacted via email/SMS by the SWL Recruitment Hub. Regularly check your registered email on Trac.

DBS: We prioritize safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Hence, if the role involves access to them, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is mandatory. All employees are responsible for safeguarding these individuals.

Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges

Applicant Requirements

You must have valid UK professional registration.

The role may involve contact with vulnerable individuals; thus, submission for Disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service for prior convictions is necessary due to legal requirements.

Documents to Download

Further Details / Informal Visits Contact

Name: Amy Steel

Job Title: Principal Pharmacy Technician, Patient Services

Additional Information: Extension number 6074