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Job overview

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a qualified Pharmacy Technician to join a patient focused team that is continually developing its high quality dispensary based service. This essential post will provide the opportunity for a committed technician to put their pharmacy skills into practice working with both new and innovative technology and systems whilst being supported by a predominantly technician led dispensary. This role will deputise for the dispensary manager allowing the successful candidate the opportunity to gain experience in managing a dispensary service, therefore would be a great opportunity for someone looking to become a dispensary manager in the future.

We are looking for a highly motivated, forward thinking Pharmacy Technician with excellent organisational skills, good IT skills, a team player and able to work under pressure whilst ensuring accuracy in all aspects of dispensary based medicines management. It is essential that you are an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT).

The successful candidate will work in conjunction with the Dispensary Manager in developing and promoting an excellent dispensary service. We are currently in the early stages of building a brand-new hospital at the Hinchingbrooke site so the successful candidate will also be able to be involved in elements of designing a new pharmacy department alongside the dispensary manager. It really is an exciting time to be joining the NWAFT pharmacy team. 

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for providing an accurate and efficient service in the pharmacy dispensary supporting the dispensing of all inpatient and outpatient prescriptions.  You will be a highly motivated and responsible individual with a passion for customer service and team work.

You will assist the ward-based staff in the clinical supply of medications to the patients on the Patient’s Own Drugs Scheme. (POD’s).

You will participate in the final checking of medications in the dispensary.

You will support the effectiveness of the technical aspects of the medicines management service and the safe and accurate dispensing of prescriptions.

You will support the routine supply of clinical trial medication to patients and the development/delivery of standard operating procedures.

Working for our organisation

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.