Job overview The Rotational Pharmacy Technician willu00a0 be based on the Denmark Hill site and participate in a rotation covering aseptics, dispensary and clinical services. u00a0The post holder will gain practical experience and assist in the delivery of the service in each section. If not already accredited they will work towards becoming an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) when in dispensary and in the clinical services rotation will work towards the completion of an in-house validation training manual and will become a validated in-process accuracy checker when in the aseptics rotation. Main duties of the job We are looking for an adaptable, enthusiastic person with a zest for learning to work in this exciting role ; you will be fully trained and locally accredited if appropriate in each section. Allu00a0 staff participate in a 7 day working model which requires working Saturdays, Sundays and some evening shifts.u00a0 The successful candidate will participate in a rotation across 3u00a0 areas of the pharmacy department:u00a0 dispensary, clinical services and aseptics. The main duties are varied according to the rotation. More details are in the .u00a0 u00a0 Working for our organisation Kingu2019s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UKu2019s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of cu00a31 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from Kingu2019s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley. Kingu2019s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyoneu2019s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trustu2019s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachu00a0is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, u00a0Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team Kingu2019s to another levelu00a0 Detailed job description and main responsibilities u00a0 Main Duties and Responsibilities u00a0 Policy/Service Development To ensure the safe, effective and economical use of drugs for all patients in the Trust. To be responsible for the implementation of new or revised policies and procedures specific to the dispensary, medicines management or aseptic services that will have an impact within the pharmacy department. To contribute to wider policies that have an impact within the pharmacy department and across the Trust To be pro-active in the regular review and update of dispensary, medicines management and aseptic policies and procedures. To propose changes to working practices and dispensing techniques that will maximise the potential for efficiency and safety To participate in the training and supervision of staff working in the dispensary, medicines management or aseptic Service as part of their induction u00a0 To check Patientsu2019 Own Drugs (PODs) for use during inpatient stay u00a0 To support the Dispensary Manager, Lead Pharmacy Technician, Clinical Services and the Chief Pharmacy Technician, Aseptics, in the development of the service To attend and contribute to any regional and national meetings in relation to pharmacy services and to feedback and recommend any changes and/or improvements to the service as appropriate to the Dispensary Manager, Lead Pharmacy Technician, Clinical Services or Chief Pharmacy Technician, Aseptic Services. Be able to provide the final accuracy check on clinically screened dispensed prescriptions in the dispensary and be a validated checker in Aseptics u00a0 To be able to use Trust EPMA computer systems to order non-stock medication and endorse POD assessments. To be able to work independently and follow departmental SOPs and dispense medication accurately and to refer non-routine enquiries and other matters as appropriate to a more senior member of staff To be able to use pharmacy computer systems correctly, enter data accurately from transcription sheets, prescription forms and any other prescriptions written by others and ensure that data is stored and archived appropriately in accordance with local and regionally agreed guidelines. u00a0 Patient/Client Care To deliver a customer-focused service to all patients and to adhere to the highest principles of customer services when dealing with patients, staff and the public. Promote pharmaceutical care for all patients. To dispense medication and draw-up doses during aseptics rotation. Be able to check clinically screened dispensed prescriptions and become a validated In-process accuracy checker in aseptics To provide patients with information on common drug dosage and use. To assess Patientsu2019 Own Drugs (PODs) for use during inpatient stay To provide appropriate and sufficient supplies of medication during admission To liaise with ward and pharmacy staff to facilitate the efficient transfer of medication when patients move wards u00a0 Financial / Resource Management To immediately report any deficiency in equipment and systems to the Dispensary Manager To comply with SOPs relating to efficient stock control in the issue, return and recycling or safe disposal (as appropriate) of drugs from wards, departments & clinics u00a0 Staff Management / Training To assist in the training and day to day supervision of new staff as part of their induction To supervise junior staff (less experienced pharmacy technicians, trainee pharmacists pharmacy technicians and ATOs) and recommend changes to working practice in order to ensure correct and safe working practices are utilised. u00a0 To undertake CPD to ensure that knowledge is continually updated To participate in relevant departmental meetings to ensure staff are up to date on current issues with regard to the dispensary, aseptics and medicines management services. u00a0 u00a0 Research & Development To publish or present project work carried out in conjunction with colleagues. To contribute to the overall audit & analysis of services To participate in other departmental audits and projects as required u00a0 u00a0 General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued. u00a0 At Kingu2019s we are a kind, respectful team: Kind. We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our work Respectful. We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when needed Team. We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. Safe Guarding u00a0 The Trust takes the issues of Safeguarding Children, Adults and addressing Domestic Abuse very seriously. All employees have a responsibilityu00a0to support the organisation in our duties by; u200b attending mandatory training on safeguarding children and adults familiarising themselves with the Trust's processes for reporting concernsu00a0 reportingu00a0any safeguarding child or adult concerns appropriately u00a0 Infection Control Statement u00a0 The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene procedures and requirements when in clinical areas. u00a0 u00a0 The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. u00a0 These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training.u00a0 These standards must be strictly complied with at all times. u00a0 u00a0 Person specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential criteria Registered as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) GPhC recognised Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Qualification Desirable criteria Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification (or working towards) Experience post registration relevant to hospital pharmacy practice with assessed competencies Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.