Band 6 Act/mmt Pharmacy Technician in Stoke, Staffordshire
UK working eligibility only.
JOB-20240830-fed11a3d
Job Title: Band 6 ACT/MMT Pharmacy Technician
Specialism: Pharmacy
Location: Stoke, UK
Salary: £26.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time
Band 6 ACT/MMT Pharmacy Technician within Pharmacy Services in Stoke, earning £26.00 per hour. This exciting ongoing locum opportunity offers full-time hours with an ASAP start, providing the chance to join a dedicated pharmacy team working across multiple sites. This role is ideal for an experienced Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) and Medicines Management Technician (MMT) looking to contribute to high-quality patient care while expanding their clinical and operational pharmacy experience.
Perks and benefits
• Full Time: Enjoy the consistency and stability of ongoing full-time work while continuing to develop your specialist skills.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £26.00 per hour, rewarding your expertise and dedication.
• Multi-Site Experience: Work across different clinical settings, providing variety and valuable professional experience.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a knowledgeable and collaborative pharmacy team committed to excellence in patient care.
• Professional Development: Benefit from pharmacy induction programmes and competency-based training to support your ongoing development.
• Varied Responsibilities: Enjoy a diverse role combining ward-based medicines management and dispensary duties.
What you will do
• Medicines Management: Provide medicines reconciliation and medicines management support to patients on wards.
• Accuracy Checking: Undertake Accuracy Checking Technician duties within the dispensary, ensuring safe and accurate dispensing processes.
• Ward Support: Work closely with ward teams to optimise medication management and support patient care.
• Discharge Planning: Liaise with clinical staff regarding discharge medications to facilitate safe and timely patient discharge.
• Cancer Services Support: Assist the pharmacy cancer centre with prescriptions for inpatients, outpatients, and related pharmacy services.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside pharmacists, technicians, and healthcare professionals to deliver a high-quality pharmacy service.
• System Compliance: Utilise Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) systems effectively within daily practice.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation in accordance with professional and organisational standards.
• Quality and Safety: Ensure compliance with medicines governance, pharmacy procedures, and patient safety requirements.
Qualifications / Requirements
• ACT Qualification: Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) qualification is essential.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 months' recent hospital experience as a Medicines Management Technician (MMT).
• EPMA Knowledge: Experience using Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) systems.
• Registration: Current professional registration as required for pharmacy practice.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise workloads and manage responsibilities across multiple sites.
• Driving Requirement: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable due to the multi-site nature of the role.
Why Stoke
Stoke offers the perfect combination of city convenience and beautiful countryside surroundings. Known for its rich industrial heritage, welcoming communities, thriving arts scene, and excellent local amenities, Stoke provides an outstanding quality of life. With easy access to major transport links and picturesque landscapes nearby, it is an excellent place to develop your healthcare career while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
Working with Sanctuary Personnel
Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.
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Take the next step in your pharmacy career and join the Pharmacy Team in Stoke with Sanctuary Personnel.
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