Pharmacy Technician-Preparative Services (12 month fixed term)

Supervision and Training: Support the supervision and daily training of other pharmacy staff, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery while observing good manufacturing practice.

Aseptic Manufacturing and Preparation: Undertake aseptic manufacture and preparation processes in sterile conditions using specialist equipment,ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Documentation Preparation: Prepare all necessary documentation for aseptic processing, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Handling Queries and Complex Issues: Address queries and resolve complex issues related to appointment schedules and prescribing treatments from hospital staff and patients, ensuring clear communication and efficient service.

Accredited Checking Technician:Undertake final accuracy checking within Aseptic Services (ACT). If not already, work towards or becoming a /or obtain a Pre and In-process checking qualification for aseptic services.

Stock Management: Perform stock management duties, ensuring efficient use and replenishment of aseptic supplies to maintain service continuity.

Quality Management: Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of quality management systems within the Aseptic Unit.

Medicines Management Service: Support the provision of Medicines Management Services to the Oncology Day Case Unit and Georgina Ward, ensuring safe and effective use of medicines for patients.

Please see the full job description and person specification for a complete list of duties and responsibilities.

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

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Qualifications & Education

Essential: - NVQ level 3 or equivalent BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services; - Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Knowledge and Training

Desirable: - Experience providing Medicines Management Service; - Accredited Checking Technician; - Pre and In-Process Checking (PIP-C) qualification

Experience

Desirable: - Experience with an electronic prescribing system.

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential: - Experience in supporting changes and designing of services; - Able to input, analyse and present data.

Communication & Relationship Skills

Essential: - Good verbal and written communication skills.; - Able to work as part of a team, contribute to team decisions and meetings.

Planning & Organisational Skills

Physical Skills

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values