Pharmacy Technician - Clinical Services
Join the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust and apply for an exciting opportunity to join our Clinical Pharmacy team at St Richards and Worthing sites.
We are actively seeking a reliable and self‑motivated individual with a positive attitude, self‑confidence, reliable work history and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients. You will demonstrate confidence and be a valued member of the team providing this essential service. In return you will receive training and support to facilitate career development.
Responsibilities
* Participate in medicines reconciliation, counselling, cost improvement projects, audit work and training of nursing and pharmacy staff.
* Provide assistance in the provision of pharmacy services at Worthing and St Richards Hospital, including line‑management of trainee pharmacy technicians.
* Assist in the medicines management service, ordering medicines for inpatients and patient discharges.
* Work with the Senior Pharmacy Technician on technical developments for the service.
* Communicate with other members of the pharmacy and multidisciplinary team to facilitate seamless care for patients.
* Improve the admission and discharge process by facilitating the safe and efficient supply of medicines.
* Perform the final accuracy check on dispensed items from clinically screened prescriptions upon completion of the National Accreditation – Accredited Checking Technician course.
* Work towards becoming an Educational Supervisor and Expert Witness.
We operate a comprehensive ward‑based, patient‑facing clinical service backed by innovative technology and offer a range of fixed‑term secondment opportunities.
Candidate Information Pack
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
For further details or informal visits contact:
Jacqui Dyson, Senior Pharmacy Technician, jacqui.dyson2@nhs.net, 01243 788122
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