Job Introduction
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team within the HMP Chelmsford prison. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of pharmaceutical services in a secure and structured environment. You will play a key role in supporting the prison healthcare team, managing medication administration, and ensuring the effective delivery of pharmaceutical services.
Working pattern: 40 hours per week, spread over four days (7:00 AM – 6:00 PM), following a rolling schedule over an eight-week period. The working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage. Part time option may also be considered.
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Main Responsibilities
* The post holder will work as an effective member of the Pharmacy team in providing healthcare services, including medication administration to the patients.
* They will assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison.
* The post holder will also provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need.
* The role requires autonomous function and within the scope of competency, whilst being a support and resource to less experienced members of staff.
* Assist with the implementation and development of pharmacy support to all the residential wings in the prison which includes, where appropriate, advising patients on the correct use of medication.
* Maintain clear and comprehensive, signed and contemporaneous records both written and electronic.
* Recognise signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol withdrawal and support patients with substance misuse problems, support patients who are distressed and could be at risk of harming themselves or others or could be at risk of suicide.
* Communicate effectively with other team members, prison staff and external agencies both verbally and written.
* Undertake all mandatory and additional training as identified.
* Use and encourage others to be familiar with the security systems within the prison.
* Undertake all duties as required of a Pharmaceutical Professional in HMP Chelmsford and to comply with the competencies, knowledge and skills framework of the Department of Health.
The Ideal Candidate
Person Specification
* Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
* Ability to build and develop relationships.
* Must be confident and capable of autonomous practice and able to work independently.
Essential Experience / Qualifications
* Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent.
* Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership.
* All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multi professional team within a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Experience
* Experience in a Prison environment.
* Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Benefits & Company Information
* Salary of £32,648.00 - £39,177.60 depending on experience, and Group Pension.
* Competitive salary enhancement for working pattern which will vary each week and include weekend coverage.
* Membership of My Reward Hub with discounts on everyday purchases and cashback offers.
* Access to wages as you earn them to help cover life’s emergencies.
* Wellbeing support: mental and physical wellbeing resources, including post-trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well as career coaching and counselling.
* Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and professional development through The Learning Enterprise.
* An open, just culture with opportunities to contribute ideas, backed by ringfenced innovation funding each year.
* Commitment to high clinical and quality standards, with the majority of services rated by the Care Quality Commission as good or outstanding.
About The Company: We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a diverse range of people. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide inclusive facilities and adjustments.
Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. A safer recruitment process including disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks is in place for all roles.
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