Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician - Liverpool (Band 5)
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Hunter AHP Resourcing
Liverpool L1, UK
Published 1 week ago
Job Title: Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician - Liverpool (Band 5)
Location: Liverpool, UK
Job Reference: AR/12/11/24
Contract Duration: 6 months
Working Hours: Full-Time, 5 days per week, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (30-minute lunch break)
Start Date: November/December 2024
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a Band 5 Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician to join our clients well-established hospital team in Liverpool. This is a full-time, 6-month contract position with an immediate start available in November/December. As a Pharmacy Technician in Medicines Management, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines across the hospital setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Medicines Management team in the safe distribution and administration of medication across hospital departments.
Conduct medication reviews, including the review of clinical records and drug histories.
Ensure compliance with legal and hospital policies regarding medication storage, handling, and administration.
Provide expert advice to healthcare professionals on medicines use, including drug interactions, side effects, and dosing.
Participate in stock management and control, including stock rotation, ordering, and inventory management.
Assist in the training and development of junior pharmacy staff.
Contribute to audit and quality improvement initiatives within the pharmacy service.
Requirements:
Hospital experience is essential.
Qualified Pharmacy Technician with current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Demonstrable experience in medicines management, ideally within a hospital or clinical setting.
Strong understanding of hospital pharmacy practice and clinical guidelines.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Salary:
Band 5
Hourly Rates: £17 – £21 per hour, depending on experience.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
30-minute break during shifts.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment.
If you are an experienced Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician looking to make a meaningful contribution to patient care in a hospital setting, we would love to hear from you.
How to apply:
If this job sounds perfect for you, please call Alfie Rowett on (phone number removed).
You could also send your CV to (url removed) to find out more about the Pharmacy roles we have available.
Not available for this position? Recommend a friend or colleague! We operate a simple and transparent scheme – we pay you £250 for a successful placement (qualifying period applies).
About us:
Hunter Gatherer AHP are one of the UK’s leading specialist Allied Health Professionals recruitment agencies.
Our job is to listen, respond and support you in your career goals. To understand your needs and partner with you to help you achieve them. We’ll always be by your side finding you the right job at the right time, with friendly, caring service. What’s more, we pay leading rates with multiple pay runs each week, so you’ll never be left waiting. Just one of the reasons for our group's excellent 4.7 Google rating.
Oh, and we’re also one of the top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For
Location: Liverpool, UK
Job Reference: AR/12/11/24
Contract Duration: 6 months
Working Hours: Full-Time, 5 days per week, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (30-minute lunch break)
Start Date: November/December 2024
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a Band 5 Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician to join our clients well-established hospital team in Liverpool. This is a full-time, 6-month contract position with an immediate start available in November/December. As a Pharmacy Technician in Medicines Management, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines across the hospital setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Medicines Management team in the safe distribution and administration of medication across hospital departments.
Conduct medication reviews, including the review of clinical records and drug histories.
Ensure compliance with legal and hospital policies regarding medication storage, handling, and administration.
Provide expert advice to healthcare professionals on medicines use, including drug interactions, side effects, and dosing.
Participate in stock management and control, including stock rotation, ordering, and inventory management.
Assist in the training and development of junior pharmacy staff.
Contribute to audit and quality improvement initiatives within the pharmacy service.
Requirements:
Hospital experience is essential.
Qualified Pharmacy Technician with current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Demonstrable experience in medicines management, ideally within a hospital or clinical setting.
Strong understanding of hospital pharmacy practice and clinical guidelines.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Salary:
Band 5
Hourly Rates: £17 – £21 per hour, depending on experience.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
30-minute break during shifts.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment.
If you are an experienced Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician looking to make a meaningful contribution to patient care in a hospital setting, we would love to hear from you.
How to apply:
If this job sounds perfect for you, please call Alfie Rowett on (phone number removed).
You could also send your CV to (url removed) to find out more about the Pharmacy roles we have available.
Not available for this position? Recommend a friend or colleague! We operate a simple and transparent scheme – we pay you £250 for a successful placement (qualifying period applies).
About us:
Hunter Gatherer AHP are one of the UK’s leading specialist Allied Health Professionals recruitment agencies.
Our job is to listen, respond and support you in your career goals. To understand your needs and partner with you to help you achieve them. We’ll always be by your side finding you the right job at the right time, with friendly, caring service. What’s more, we pay leading rates with multiple pay runs each week, so you’ll never be left waiting. Just one of the reasons for our group's excellent 4.7 Google rating.
Oh, and we’re also one of the top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For