Part Time Pharmacy Technician Ward and Dispensary Services Eastbourne
We are proud to provide ‘Outstanding’ care and be a great place to work.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people’s own homes.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as ‘Good’ overall, and ‘Outstanding’ for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated ‘Outstanding’ and Eastbourne DGH was rated ‘Good’ Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
Recently the Trust launched its ambitious ‘Building for our Future’ (BFF) programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to redevelop and expand our hospitals at Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job overview
We are offering you an exciting opportunity to join our Medicines Management team at East Sussex Healthcare Trust. We are actively seeking a reliable, conscientious, self-motivated individual who has a positive, forward thinking attitude to work as a part of the Pharmacy Clinical Team based at Eastbourne hospital.You will have to demonstrate self-confidence, have a reliable work history and possess mature interpersonal skills.
The Pharmacy Department provides a service to a wide range of patients with diverse needs across a range of specialities. We operate a comprehensive ward based, patient facing clinical service backed by innovative technology. You would become a valued member of the team providing this essential service and in return you will receive full training and support to facilitate your career development
You must be registered with the GPhC (General Pharmaceutical Council).
Main duties of the job
Working as member of the clinical pharmacy team providing a safe and effective service to a variety of patients.
The role is 80% ward based, patient facing. Taking an up to date accurate medication history for all patients, working with the multidisciplinary team to resolve queries.
Ordering patients own medication ensuring sufficient supplies are available.
You will be a Pharmacy representative delivering a core service, answering Pharmacy related questions or referring to the most appropriate colleague within the team.
Accuracy end checkers will support the dispensary work flow with a daily end checking slot.
Support the operational team as and when required with a variety tasks to ensure timely delivery of Pharmacy supplies
Working for our organisation
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at Conquest Hospital and Eastbourne District General Hospital, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available for a small administration fee.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Good general education including Maths and English
- Registered Pharmacy Technician
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Medicines Management
- Counselling Accreditation
- Checking Technicians Accreditation Practice Supervisor/Train the Trainer accreditation
Experience
Essential criteria- 2 years as a qualified technician
- Knowledge of legislation affecting pharmacy practice
- Pharmaceutical knowledge on actions and uses of medicines
- Experience of working in a busy efficient dispensary
- Involvement in the management of Clinical Trials
Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.
Our vision is to be:
- The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.
Our mission is to:
- Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.
Our strategic objectives are to:
- Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
- Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients’ experiences.
- Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.
Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:
- Safe
- Effective
- Caring
- Responsive and
- Well led