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Job Overview
The Welsh Government has invested in the development of a new elective orthopaedic hub at Llandudno General Hospital where the BCUHB service is being centralised. New £29.4m Elective Orthopaedic Hub at Llandudno Hospital takes shape - Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. There is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced pharmacy technician to become a vital part of this project by supporting with safe, effective medication usage and optimisation and opioid stewardship.
There will be opportunities for the successful candidate to integrate within the multidisciplinary team and support with implementing clinical guidelines. You will join our BCUHB Central surgical pharmacy team and also support with developing the pharmacy POAC service. You will be encouraged to undertake quality improvement initiatives, develop staff and patient education and support with incident reviews.
Main duties of the job
You will be self-motivated with excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills.
The successful candidate will benefit from working in an innovative and transformational department and our aim is that all of our pharmacy team maximise their potential. Research and development opportunities are also available and we actively encourage professional development.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered pharmacy technician with GPhC.
- NVQ level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills or equivalent.
- BTEC level 4 in clinical pharmacy services or equivalent
- IT skills
- Substantial post-qualification experience and knowledge of medicines optimisation duties
Desirable criteria
- ILM/Management qualification
- WCCPE Accredited Checking qualification or equivalent
- WCCPE National Accredited Medicines Management qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- A substantial level of post qualification experience in pharmacy services to degree level
Desirable criteria
- Experience in a broad range of pharmacy services.
- Experience of managing pharmacy team(s)
Aptitude And Abilities
Essential criteria
- Leadership skills.
- Good time management skills.
- Able to motivate and develop self and others.
- Dispensing skills.
- Patient counselling skills.
- Able to prioritise and delegate
Desirable criteria
- Experience of interviewing.
Knowledge
Essential Criteria
- Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacy services for specialist area to degree level or equivalent.
- Knowledge of budget control Up to date clinical knowledge of medicines
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of health service developments that will impact on area of responsibility
Values
Essential Criteria
- Team player.
- Ability to use initiative.
- Patient/Service focused.
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel between places of work in a timely manner.
- Participate in the provision of extended hours, weekend and public holiday Pharmacy services Ability to work flexible hours.
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak Welsh or a willingness to achieve an appropriate level of oral competence within an agreed timescale
