Mediplacements are looking for an experienced band 4/5 Ward Pharmacist Technician to work at a hospital in Surrey.

The pay for this position is £14-£21 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an on-going duration.

Job Summary:
To dispense and supply accurately medicines to inpatients and support medicines optimisation on the wards.

Key Responsibilities / Outcomes:
Clinical:
1. To identify prescriptions that might present risks to patients and ensure that relevant issues are resolved before dispensing.
2. To dispense prescriptions for individual patients, ensuring that they are provided with the correct medicine, in the right form, in a timely manner.
3. To counsel patients on the safe use of medicines.

Managerial:
1. To supervise Pharmacy Assistants and Pre-registration Pharmacy Technicians in dispensing medicines.
2. To review stock requirements on wards and departments by liaising with appropriate staff.

Administrative:
1. To ensure that accurate records are maintained either electronically or in paper copy.

Governance:
1. To ensure that medicines are stored in appropriate conditions.
2. To assess the suitability for reuse of stock medicines returned from wards and departments.

Team Role/Management:
1. To develop effective communication between the staff in the Pharmacy and on wards and departments.

Technical:
1. To prepare extemporaneously medication required for individual patients.
2. To assess the requirements for medicines on wards and in departments in accordance with agreed stock lists.
3. To ensure that wastage of medicines is minimised by correct stock rotation and correct storage.
4. To order and requisition stock.
5. To dispense and record the issue of Controlled Drugs.
6. To undertake regular drug stock takes
7. To cover duties of other technicians/dispensing assistants when necessary, including working off site if required.
8. To undertake CD stock checks on wards.

When you work with Mediplacements, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training.

If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.

Apply now to take your career as a pharmacist to the next level with Mediplacements.