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Pharmacy Technician

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London
3 days ago
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Stocken, a category C prison located in Oakham.
HMP Stocken houses 1,285 adult males. The pharmacy is not a dispensary but features 6 dispensary hatches within medication/administration points. The pharmacy team includes a Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, and a Dispenser.
Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

  • MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
    Hours The site operates Mon-Fri 07:30-17:30 and Sat/Sun/bank holidays 08:30-17:30.
    Salary This is a full-time position with an annual salary up to £40,211, depending on experience.
    How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
    Competency framework
    Regional and national career development opportunities
    Our bespoke Learning Management System to support your learning needs
    Support from the wider team
    Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Due to the role's nature, offers of employment are subject to additional vetting and security checks.
    Main duties of the job Maintaining patient medical records to the required standard and following standard operating procedures.
    Ensuring the timely administration of medicines and analyzing cost-effective prescribing as per our medicines policy.
    Collaborating to make a positive impact on those we support and fostering a supportive, appreciative workplace.
    Communicating complex or sensitive information with empathy and understanding.
    Sharing information about pharmaceutical products, medicines optimization, drug regimes, legislation, and health education with the multidisciplinary team.
    If you're interested in career development, we offer a range of internal and external opportunities to enhance your skills and experience.
    We also offer:
    Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
    Support for professional growth and development
    24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial support
    About us The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders, and immigration removal centers. We are the UK's leading independent provider of NHS services in secure environments, prioritizing patient needs regardless of background.
    Our purpose is to unlock your best work life, guided by our core values:
    We treat patients and colleagues as we wish to be treated
    We act with integrity
    We embrace diversity
    We strive for continuous improvement together
    We seek caring, compassionate, and driven professionals to help us achieve a fair and inclusive healthcare system.
    Applicants must hold NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or equivalent qualifications and be registered with the GPHC.
    Relevant post-qualification experience in a pharmacy setting and multidisciplinary team working is required.
    Ability to work independently following policies and procedures.
    Experience in hospital, community, or prison environments is desirable but not essential.
    Working in secure environments offers unique challenges and rewards. If you're eager to develop your healthcare skills and learn in a dynamic environment, this role is ideal for you.
    Job responsibilities UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
  • MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
    This role involves working at HMP Stocken, a Category C prison with 1,285 adult male inmates. The pharmacy operates without a traditional dispensary, featuring 6 medication/admin points, and includes a team of a Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, and Dispenser.
    Hours
    Mon-Fri 07:30-17:30; Sat/Sun/bank holidays 08:30-17:30.
    Salary
    Full-time, up to £40,211 per annum depending on experience.
    Support
    Induction and specialized training
    Career development opportunities
    Support from the wider team

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