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SalaryBand 5 £28,407 - £34,581 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join our Medicines Governance & Safety Team.
As the Pharmacy Technician – Medicines Governance & Safety, you will play a crucial role in ensuring safe and effective medication practices within our organization. You will play a key role in the Pharmacy Medicines Governance and Safety team in delivering the technical aspects of the Medicines Safety agenda across the Trust. Clinical element to provide patient care at ward level is also part of the role. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and safety.
The successful candidate will have a strong interest in Medicines Governance and Safety background and substantial experience in pharmacy practice. The ideal candidate should have a understanding of regulatory compliance, governance, medication safety and PSIRF. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective collaboration with various healthcare professionals and stakeholders. The ability to work as a team player is crucial.
Visits & informal discussions are welcome for further understanding of the role and department.
Interview date: 14the February 2024
- The post holder will be responsible for supporting with and / or delivering of the technical aspects of the Medicines Governance & Safety service for Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH) NHS Foundation Trust, under the management of the Medication Safety Officer.
- To assist with the delivery and development of the technical aspects of medicines management across the directorates.
- To support the Medicines Governance & Safety team in the planning, development, and implementation of the Medicines Governance & Safety initiatives across the Trust.
- To support the Medicines Advice Service in the maintenance and development of a safe and efficient Medicines Advice Service. This includes enquiry answering, database searching and maintenance / development of systems.
- To participate in the provision of Pharmacy services across the organisation.
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
Trust Responsibilities
- To ensure that appropriate levels of service are provided, in the areas you are responsible for, in accordance with statutory requirements and professional standards.
- To be part of the Pharmacy team and work with staff within the Pharmacy Department and across the Trust, to enable the objectives of the Trust to be achieved.
- To support the Senior Pharmacy Technician and Medication Safety Officer in the development, implementation, and evaluation of medicines safety initiatives across the organisation in line with relevant guidance
- To support the Medicines Governance and Safety team in planning, developing and co-ordinating the implementation and maintenance of Medicines Governance and Safety initiatives across the Trust, in accordance with its changing needs and developments.
- To contribute to the provision of comprehensive Pharmacy service to the Trust, ensuring compliance with current directives, legislation, audits and Health and Safety.
- To contribute to the delivery of clear Standard Operational Procedures in Pharmacy services in accordance with good practice, legal requirements, and professional standards.
- To contribute to the provision of all routine day to day pharmacy services in accordance with departmental and Trust requirements.
- To be part of the dispensary team following completion of the in-house training programme involving; labelling, dispensing, stock supply and final release check.
- To ensure appropriate levels of service are provided in accordance with statutory requirements and the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- To respect confidentiality of information relating to patients and management and to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act.
- To critically assess and address own learning needs, negotiating a personal development plan that reflects the breadth of on-going professional development.
- To engage in self-directed learning
