Job Title: Band 5 Pharmacy Tech
Trust: South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Bethlem Hospital, BR3 3BX
Pay Rates: £
Shift Patterns: Mon - Fri 09:00 to 17:15 (occasional Saturdays 10-2)
Why might this job interest you?
Are you an experienced Band 5 Pharmacy Technician looking for a new opportunity? South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a talented individual to join a welcoming and highly regarded team for a temporary placement.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and working within a dynamic, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!
In this role you will:
- To provide a comprehensive pharmaceutical Medicines Management service to patients.
- To work as an Accredited Checking Technician and be able to check clinically screened prescriptions.
- To be able to act independently in following department SOPs
- To dispense medication accurately and be able to decide when it is necessary to refer to the Senior Clinical Pharmacists.
- To participate in the provision of patient counselling to patients and their carers
- To participate in the provision of Medicines Reconciliation and PODs service to wards and community units.
- To be carry out stock checks / stock top ups on wards and/or community units.
- To order non-stock items from electronic prescription charts (EPMA) for supply by pharmacy
- To assess and credit returned drugs, following the Pharmacy returns policy
- To provide teaching and support to other health care professionals regarding good dispensing practice, medicine usage and storage, both internally and externally.
- To assist day to day organisation of staff in the dispensary and to facilitate efficient running of service ensuring that procedures relating to good dispensary practice are followed.
- To participate in research and audit undertaken in pharmacy
- To guide and act as a practice supervisor to Pharmacy Assistants, pre-registration pharmacy technicians and Trainee Pharmacists as appropriate in medicines management and dispensary techniques.
- To ensure that the principles of safe and secure handling of medicines are adopted and to take part in quality assurance systems for pharmaceutical services.
- To attend and participate in departmental education and training meetings.
- To maintain a Continuing Professional Development portfolio.
- To communicate clearly and sensitively about patient medication issues both internally and externally.
- To participate in the dispensary cover rota. This includes taking in prescriptions and verify personal details; take a current drug history from the patient or carer to identify any drug allergies, drug interactions or problems with the medication prescribed; to give out patient medication to patients and counsel the patient on their medication to promote concordance. This will include the name of the medication, dosage, common side-effects and administration details including use of devices. In addition, resolve any queries or concerns a patient may have about their medications.
Why Join Us? Enjoy These Fantastic Benefits:
- Be Part of a Caring Community – Join the NHSP community and work alongside a diverse team, caring for patients from all walks of life.
- Weekly Pay – Enjoy the convenience of receiving your wages weekly for greater financial flexibility.
- Blue Light Card – Get access to exclusive NHS discounts and savings.
- Priority Access to Shifts – Get first pick of shifts and placements at your preferred Trust over agency workers.
- 24/7 Support – Our friendly team is always available to assist you with any questions or concerns.
- Flexible Working Options – Choose shifts that suit your lifestyle or opt for fixed-termplacements, giving you the work-life balance you need.
- Training & Development – Access ongoing training and development opportunities through the Trust and NHSP’s academy.
- Diverse Work Experience – Explore different wards, keep your skills sharp, and gain invaluable experience.
- NHSP Member Perks – Enjoy access to fun member activities, such as Member of the Month, Member Appreciation Week, exclusive giveaways, webinars, and more!
- Convenient Parking – On-site parking available, with easy access to public transport.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
Join us today and enjoy a fulfilling role with excellent benefits!
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: £17.63 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
