Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic , motivated and experience Pharmacy Technician to assist the Technician Team Lead, Clinical Services in all aspects of the provision of a technician and assistant clinical pharmacy service in the Trust. Carry out the line management of pharmacy technicians and assistants in the clinical pharmacy team, workforce planning, supervision and training for the medicines management accreditation and delivery of medicines reconciliation systems within University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.



The post holder will work with the Medicine Safety & Governance team in monitoring, auditing, and supporting safe medication practice and the safe & secure handling of medicines.



They will assist in the safe management of controlled drugs ensuring compliance with legislation. This will involve monitoring the security and use of controlled drugs, audit of practice, training and guideline/policy development. Support investigation and review of medication incidents, including unaccounted for drug losses of controlled drugs.



They will work closely with multi-disciplinary colleagues to ensure the provision of an integrated and efficient service and lead on the continuous improvement of this service for patient safety.

You will:

Manage a high quality, safe and effective clinical pharmacy service, actively participating in the delivery of services to all areas of the department.



Work with the Medicine Safety & Governance team in monitoring, auditing, and supporting safe medication practice and the safe & secure handling of medicines.



Co-ordinate and support the training and development of trainee pharmacists and pre-registration pharmacy technicians.



Provide leadership and management of staff, processes, procedures and workload/workforce planning and development of the clinical services.



Continuously contribute to service improvements



About our Trust



Candidate Information Pack



At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.



Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.



This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.



You will be able to find a full Job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or contact the senior team for more information.