Specialist Pharmacy Technician – Dispensary Services – Team Leader

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Full time
Location: Huntingdon
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An exciting opportunity has presented for a full time self-motivated and committed individual to develop their leadership skills in this management role.

We are looking for an astute and experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our team and to team lead medicines management dispensary services based at Hollins Park Hospital Warrington with the ask to cross cover at Maghull on a regular basis.

We strive to develop the knowledge and skills of our workforce to enable them to advance personally and professionally and this is that ideal career development prospect. Therefore, recruiting the best talent to fulfil this role is really important to us. To help us achieve this, you must be able to demonstrate core leadership and organisational skills as well as extensive knowledge of dispensary services. The ability to inspire and motivate others is central to the success of this role.

For further information regarding this vacancy please contact: Katherine Kenwright, Pharmacy Technician Team Manager for Dispensaries on Katherine.kenwright@merseycare.nhs.uk or telephone 01512506028.

Shortlisting planned for: 15 January 2025

Interview planned for: 29 January 2025 (TBC)

Main duties of the job

As part of this role, you will support the Pharmacy Technician Team Manager for Dispensaries to ensure that both dispensaries meet quality and activity targets. You will manage the workload of the dispensary and supervise staff on a day-to-day basis, organising rotas and cover for any unexpected staff absences to ensure a safe, effective, and timely service in accordance with current legislation and guidance and supported by policies and procedures. You will also hold HR management responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will participate in the medicines management seven-day supply service. The trust will deliver a high-quality medicines optimisation and pharmaceutical care service to all service users, carers and healthcare professionals. To lead in providing a comprehensive dispensary service to Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust supported by appropriate policies & procedures.

The post holder is managerially responsible for the day-to-day co-ordination, management & operation of the dispensary rota & service in line with the hours of operation. The post holder will ensure users receive their medicines accurately and safely, in a timely manner. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly in line with the hours of operation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical science, or Level 3 NVQ in pharmacy service skills, or equivalent qualification Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council BTEC Level 4 in dispensing accuracy checking, or equivalent qualification (or willingness to work towards)

Desirable

NVQ A1 workplace assessor (or willingness to work towards) Appropriate & relevant management qualification

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

Management experience within pharmaceutical services Experience or knowledge of medicines management services within an NHS context Experience of dispensing & accuracy checking medication Understanding of the working of organisations Clear understanding of all relevant legislation and guidance relating to dispensary services Experience of multi-disciplinary working Experience of staff, budget and resource management Experience of change management Demonstrable evidence of commitment to self development and CPD

Desirable

Experience of managing staff and services across different locations Experience of operating at a strategic level

Values

Essential

Continuous Improvement Accountability Respectfulness Enthusiasm Support High professional standards Responsive to service users Engaging leadership style Strong customer service belief Transparency and honesty Discreet Change oriented

Skills

Essential

Ability to work individually and to work as a team leader Ability to multitask and change from one job to another frequently, working both independently and as part of a team Problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, listening Excellent organisational skills Good IT skills Attention to detail Ability to work under pressure Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively to meet specified deadlines Self-motivated and able to use initiative Ability to adapt to changing environments, needs and demands Ability to work flexibly Understanding of business planning and report/proposal writing Decision making skills Recognition of own limitations and ability to ask for support when necessary Professional manner Ability to travel between different sites Customer care skills

Desirable

Project management skills

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hollins Park Hospital

Hollins Lane, Winwick

Warrington

WA2 8WA

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