Job Overview
Join to apply for the Pharmacy Technician role at HCRG Care Group. 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. Please follow the below link to get a full insight on a 'day in the life of' one of our valued Pharmacy Technicians.
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.
* Assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison.
* Provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need.
* Operate with autonomy within the scope of competency, while supporting and advising less experienced staff.
* Assist with the implementation and development of pharmacy support to all residential wings, including advising patients on the correct use of medication where appropriate.
* Maintain clear and comprehensive records both written and electronic.
* Recognise signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol withdrawal and support patients with substance misuse problems, distress, and risk of self-harm or harm to others.
* Communicate effectively with team members, prison staff and external agencies, both verbally and in writing.
* Undertake all mandatory and additional training as identified.
* Use and encourage familiarity with the security systems within the prison.
* Undertake duties as required of a Pharmaceutical Professional in HMP Chelmsford and 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
Package Description
* Competitive salary of £33,000 - £35,000 depending on experience with group pension
* Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases and cashback offers
* Access to wages as you earn them via earned wage access
* Support for mental and physical wellbeing, including resources for legal, debt and life management help, plus career coaching
* Access to eLearning, career pathways and CPD through The Learning Enterprise
* An open, just culture with opportunities to contribute ideas and ongoing innovation funding
About The Company
We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are a leading independent provider of community health and care services across England, delivering a wide range of services and supporting millions of people each year. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a diverse range of people. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and promote safeguarding and safer working practices, including safer recruitment procedures and background checks.
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