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Job Opening: Pharmacy Technician- Apply now

Job Opening: Pharmacy Technician- Apply now

jobs pharmaguidelines • Wakefield, England, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Position Details

  • Posting Date: 28 May 2024
  • Salary: £25,147.00 to £27,596.00 per year
  • Additional Salary Information: £25,147.00 – £27,596.00 per year
  • Hours: Full time
  • Closing Date: 05 June 2024
  • Location: Wakefield, WF1 4DG
  • Company: NHS Jobs
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Job Reference: C9377-PHARM0047

Key Responsibilities

Medicines Supply:

  • Dispense and issue medications to patients using actual or faxed prescriptions.
  • Provide advice to patients on effective and safe medication use.
  • Handle payment for prescription charges and issue receipts when needed.
  • Maintain accurate records for stock control and prescription issues using paper and computerised Pharmacy Information System (PIS).
  • Coordinate with Procurement staff for urgent medication requirements and inform patients and healthcare staff about any supply issues.
  • Dispense clinical trial medications and complete required documentation according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Handle specialist hospital-only and unlicensed medicines, ensuring detailed records.
  • Dispense oral chemotherapy medications following SOP precautions.
  • Replenish out-of-hours medicine cupboards, including A&E and Emergency drug cupboards, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
  • Assist the lead Homecare Technician with the supply of medicines through Homecare Services, including order reviews and invoice reconciliation.

Medicines Management:

  • Foster effective communication between Pharmacy and Ward staff for a safe, efficient, and cost-effective medicines management service.
  • Work with nursing staff and ward Pharmacist on new admissions, discharges, and transfers to prioritize Pharmacy services.
  • Respond to queries from nurses and other healthcare professionals, referring clinical issues to the Pharmacist.
  • Support medicines management pharmacists in developing and maintaining care plans for ward patients, including:
    • Assisting in taking accurate medication histories.
    • Leading assessments and reviews of medicines brought in by patients.
    • Educating patients on treatment changes and medication self-management where appropriate.
    • Coordinating with PCTs, GPs, Community Pharmacists, and carers for seamless care through accurate transmission of medicines-related information.
    • Ensuring the safety and appropriateness of medicines for patients at discharge.
  • Collaborate with and train nursing staff on medicine management policies.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about providing high-quality pharmaceutical care and meet the job requirements, we encourage you to apply for this role.

Apply for this job through the NHS Jobs portal using Job Reference: C9377-PHARM0047.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on improving patient outcomes through effective medicines management.

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