Overview
Are you a skilled Pharmacy IT professional ready to lead on the delivery and optimisation of medicines management technology? Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Lead Pharmacy Technician in Automation and Systems Management to join our dedicated pharmacy team at Frimley Park Hospital for a 12-month maternity cover. You'll work closely with your counterpart at Wexham Park Hospital, providing leadership and specialist technical expertise for our pharmacy systems, including Omnicell Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs), Pharmacy Robots, Epic electronic health record system, WellSky Pharmacy, and other integrated medicines management solutions.
Responsibilities
* Take operational ownership of pharmacy IT systems at Frimley Park Hospital
* Lead system maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, and optimisation
* Ensure safe, accurate, and efficient medicines management workflows
* Liaise with suppliers, Trust IT, pharmacy colleagues, and other stakeholders
* Support implementation of new digital solutions and system improvements
* Provide training and guidance to pharmacy staff in effective system use
* Manage automated systems including Omnicell robotic dispensing systems and automated drug cabinets; develop IT services in accordance with National, Departmental and Trust objectives
* Act as the pharmacy point of contact regarding pharmacy systems and maintain communication with Trust departments (clinical and digital) and external suppliers
* Support the oversight and Information Governance for the following pharmacy systems: JAC/WellSky, EPIC (Willow) and Hyperspace, Omnicell ADCs, Omnicell robots
Qualifications
* A qualified pharmacy technician registered with the GPhC
* Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively across sites
* Previous experience with Omnicell, Epic, WellSky, or robotics is desirable
Additional Information
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability-confident employer and has been awarded Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first-class development opportunities for all staff and offer a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training. We support flexible working patterns where possible to meet staff and service needs.
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