Due to the introduction of new ways of working, we are recruiting one highly motivated, conscientious, patient focused Pharmacy Technician to join the busy Cancer Centre Pharmacy team. This exciting role will complement our existing technician roles to support the expansion of technician-led ward based, clinical services, Drive-Through and Homecare activity particularly for oral anti cancer therapy (SACT).

We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative, individuals with excellent communication and organisational skills. Our team approach, along with new technology will provide timely, accurate pharmaceutical care and improved patient flow for the North Wales Cancer Centre.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

This post will work closely with Clinical Pharmacists, the wider Clinical Team and patients to provide a comprehensive and optimised medicines management service to inpatients, daycase and outpatients, including leading on the expansion of the oral SACT services and homecare delivery. It is essential to be able to manage your own workload to ensure the provision of a timely and efficient service.

Supporting existing roles, you will also lead the development and expansion of the operational services provided from the Cancer Centre Pharmacy Dispensary.This will include expanding roles whilst maintaining safe practices, developing SOPs, and support training of new staff. The post-holder will be given an opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills further through development opportunities.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills (QCF) or equivalent
• WCPPE National Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician Qualification
• WCPPE National Accredited Medicines Management Qualification or working towards

Desirable

• Membership of relevant professional Association
• Accredited NVQ Assessor

Experience

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience
• General dispensing
• Experience of patient-orientated medicines systems
• Working in hospital pharmacy dispensary services
• Basic knowledge of the therapeutic use of drugs

Aptitudes and Abilities

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with a variety of service users
• Is aware of, and is able to work within own limitations.
• Ability to organise own workload and support the workload of the department.

Other

Essential

• Participate in the provision of general public holiday and weekend pharmacy services as necessary

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Bodelwyddan

LL18 5UJ

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050-PST120-0724