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Job Title: Pharmacy Technician – Higher Level (Pharmacy or Primary Care)
Band: Band 5
Location: North Devon District Hospital (NDDH) – Planned Care & Surgery – Pharmacy Department
Contract Type: Locum
Hours: Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: ASAP

Job Overview:
We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Band 5 Pharmacy Technician – Higher Level to join the Pharmacy team at North Devon District Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative healthcare environment, supporting both the inpatient and outpatient areas within Planned Care and Surgery.

Key Responsibilities:

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Provide a high standard of pharmaceutical care to patients, supporting safe, effective, and efficient medicines management

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Work closely with pharmacists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the timely supply and optimisation of medication

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Support the implementation of medicines reconciliation, discharge planning, and adherence initiatives

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Contribute to audits, stock control, and quality improvement projects within the department

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Maintain compliance with departmental SOPs, Trust policies, and professional standards

Requirements:

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Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

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Completion of an accredited Medicines Management or Accuracy Checking Technician qualification (desirable)

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Experience working in a hospital or primary care setting

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Excellent communication and organisational skills

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Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable:

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Experience with electronic prescribing and medicines administration (EPMA) systems

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Knowledge of NHS processes and governance frameworks

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