About this role
Job summary Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join our expanding Pharmacy Team as a Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician. As part of our commitment to developing the future pharmacy workforce, we are seeking a motivated, dynamic, and enthusiastic individual to undertake training across a range of pharmacy services within a busy hospital environment.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to start a career in hospital pharmacy, gaining broad experience across multiple service areas while working towards professional registration within a supportive and progressive team.
Essential Requirements GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent) Willingness and ability to undertake and complete the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician qualification Good communication, organisational, and teamwork skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a busy environment Commitment to learning, development, and patient care Desirable Skills Experience working in a pharmacy, healthcare, or customer service setting Understanding of hospital pharmacy services Experience using healthcare or pharmacy IT systems
Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities
Under supervision, the successful candidate will:
Assist in dispensing, labelling, preparing, and accuracy checking of medicines in line with prescriptions and SOPs Support the safe supply and distribution of medicines to wards, departments, and patients Participate in ward-based activities, including medicines management and medicines reconciliation Assist with the receipt, checking, and appropriate storage of medicines and pharmaceutical deliveries Support stock control processes, including ordering, rotation, and expiry date monitoring Contribute to dispensary, ward, and distribution services to ensure timely and efficient patient care Provide appropriate information to patients and healthcare staff within scope, escalating complex queries as required Answer telephone enquiries and liaise with pharmacy staff, multidisciplinary teams, patients, and suppliers Maintain high standards of housekeeping across all pharmacy areas Support service improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements Undertake a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship Rotate through pharmacy service areas to develop a broad skill set Work under supervision to build competency in medicines management, dispensing, and patient care Develop communication, accuracy, and professional skills in line with GPhC standards Receive structured supervision, training, and assessment from experienced pharmacy professionals
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm new-borns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.
The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving its services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.
Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:
Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652
Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf
Job description Job responsibilities
To undertake a 2 year training course for student pharmacy technicians. To undertake, under supervision work based assessment in accordance with the course. To participate in all aspects of pharmaceutical work relevant to training in accordance with the safe systems of work and procedure prevailing within the department at the time. To use the pharmacy computer system in accordance with the level of training. To communicate professionally with other healthcare staff. To carry out procedures in accordance with current legislation. To provide, under supervision, a stock distribution service to wards and departments within the Trust. To assist the ward pharmacist and technician in updating and revising ward stocks and stock lists, as and when required. To participate, under direction, in the ordering and receiving of drugs via the pharmacy computer system on a daily basis and to deal with any queries which may arise. To process and file any paperwork pertaining to the ordering, receiving and supply of medicines. To monitor pharmacy stock expiry dates, utilising stock rotation and stock relocation to minimise quantities of stock expiring and therefore assisting in the provision of a cost-effective service. To provide, under supervision, a supply of pre-packed medicines for ward and departmental use. To assist the pharmacist in the dispensing and supply of medicines, in accordance with individual levels of experience, and following previously laid down guidelines and procedures. To be able to effectively use the computer system and be aware of patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act. To assist in the provision and development of an effective out of hours storeroom. Maintain a neat and tidy working area within the dispensary. To comply with requirements of legislation governing safe systems of work e.g. COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act. To comply with standards of work laid down in department procedure documents. To participate in the provision and development of a quality, patient/customer orientated pharmaceutical service. To participate in evening and weekend work commensurate with the changing needs of the service. To participate in self-development/training programmes as the need arises in order to maintain and expand a personal skill base. To support and assist in achieving the annual pharmacy business plan. To contribute to risk assessment and audit. To perform other general duties appropriate to the grade of the post. The successful candidate will be asked to apply for a Disclosure to the Criminal Records Bureau. The level of Disclosure will be enhanced. Further information about the Disclosure can be found at www.disclosure.gov.uk.
Person Specification
Personal Skills Essential
Good organisation skills Ability to work accurately Written and verbal communication Reliable and dedicated Ability to work as a team member Flexibility Adaptable - able to work in both the pharmacy and ward environments Self-motivation and willingness to learn Ability to organise personal timetable to meet deadlines set for NVQ and college assignments Commitment to further training Freedom to travel
Knowledge Desirable
Any knowledge of dispensing procedures Any knowledge of hospital environment or systems Any knowledge of stock control / stock rotation / storage conditions Previous experience of working with the public
Qualifications Essential
4 GCSE passes (grade C or above or their equivalent) including Maths, Chemistry and English
Desirable
Any other relevant qualification, including NVQ level 2 or similar
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a team Able to meet workplace deadlines Ability to work in a busy environment
Desirable
Experience of working in a pharmacy environment Proven interaction with others, e.g. customers, clubs etc Computer experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Address Liverpool Women's Hospital
Crown Street
Liverpool
L8 7SS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)