Job overview

We are recruiting for a Medicines Management Technician to join our team to provide a medicines management service at our Community Hospital in-patient wards and contribute to safe and effective patient care within a supportive and multidisciplinary environment.

As part of the Medicines Management Team, you'll be responsible for ensuring accurate medicines reconciliation, supporting safe and timely discharges, maintaining high standards of medicines optimisation across designated wards. You will play a key role in managing patients’ own drugs, conducting controlled drug reconciliations, and helping to maintain efficient ward stock systems.

We are seeking a GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician with an NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent, and experience in a pharmacy setting. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, and experience in a hospital or secondary care environment is desirable. 

Medicines optimisation is at the heart of the service we provide in Oxfordshire's Community Hospitals, so if you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and want to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.  

Main duties of the job

• Complete a ‘medicines reconciliation’ for all new admissions according to national standards, which will include accessing the Trust Electronic Health Record, contacting hospitals, GP surgeries, community pharmacies and talking to service users/carers to compile a complete and accurate list of current medication
• Conduct Controlled Drug reconciliation on a three-monthly basis and report results to Site Lead and ward/department managers
• Be responsible for the maintenance of the Patients Own Drugs (PODs) scheme for designated wards according to Trust policy
• Train nursing, medical and pharmacy staff in the use of PODs
• To supply non-stock items according to department procedures
• Dispense short leave and discharge prescriptions on site, where appropriate
• Work with clinical teams to review and update ward stock lists for designated wards

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties 

Working for our organisation

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”

Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

•    Excellent opportunities for career progression
•    Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
•    27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
•    NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
•    Competitive pension scheme
•    Lease car scheme
•    Cycle to work scheme
•    Employee Assistance Programme
•    Mental Health First Aiders
•    Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
•    Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team