Accredited Checking Technician ACT - Band 5

JOB-20240830-fed11a3d

Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) - Band 5

Job Location: Ann Marie Howes Centre, Birmingham, B26 2DU, UK

Salary: £20 Hourly

Shift Hours:  Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:30 (37.5 hours per week)

Contract Duration: 3 Months

Join our dynamic team as a Band 5 Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) within the Pharmacy Technician speciality at the Ann Marie Howes Centre. This is a full-time locum position offering an exciting opportunity to earn £20 per hour while working in a thriving healthcare environment. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of pharmacy operations across a range of responsibilities.

Perks and Benefits:

- Competitive Pay: Your skills deserve fair compensation. Enjoy £20 per hour while making a meaningful impact.
- Low Caseloads: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with manageable workloads that allow for attention to detail.
- Flexible Shifts: Embrace the flexibility of locum work with shifts that adapt to your schedule and lifestyle.
- Excellent Opportunity to Work: Enhance your expertise and develop your skills in a supportive environment that values growth.
- Network Building: Work alongside industry professionals and expand your connections within the healthcare sector.
- Professional Development: Gain invaluable experience and knowledge as you work across Moseley Hall and West Heath Pharmacies as well.

What You Will Do:

- Conduct thorough medicines reconciliation to ensure patient safety and medication accuracy.
- Verify Patient’s Own Drugs (PODs) for accuracy and compliance.
- Assess patients' ability to administer their medications independently.
- Oversee stock management and ensure pharmacy supplies are consistently replenished.
- Coordinate prescription arrangements with healthcare professionals for efficient processing.
- Liaise with community pharmacies to ensure smooth service delivery and patient care.
- Perform accuracy checks on pharmacist prescriptions and dispensing by other team members.
- Dispense medications accurately and ensure compliance with pharmaceutical standards.
- Handle inquiries from patients and staff regarding medications and pharmacy services.
- Manage supply orders to maintain adequate stock levels.

Requirements:

- Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC).
- Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) certification is essential.
- Available to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:30 (37.5 hours per week).

Living and working in Ann Marie Howes Centre, B26 2DU, offers a delightful blend of community charm and professional satisfaction. With its welcoming atmosphere and vibrant culture, this is not just a great place to advance your career but also a fantastic area to enjoy life's adventures. Join us and make a difference in the heart of the community!

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