Accuracy Checking Technician

NHS

  • Sheffield
  • £32,399 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Are you passionate about making a difference in patient care through innovative pharmacy services? Crucible Pharmacy Limited (CPL), a dynamic and forward-thinking wholly owned subsidiary of Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (STH), is looking for a new Accuracy Checking Technician, initially at our Royal Hallamshire Hospital outpatient pharmacy, then additionally working at the Northern General Hospital pharmacy site as required.CPL has completed refurbishments at both sites, and with new investments in robotic dispensing systems, CPL is at the forefront of enhancing pharmacy services across STH.We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated ACT to be part of our progressive journey. Our commitment to innovation, patient focus, and staff development offers a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and innovative individual to join our friendly pharmacy team. So if you're passionate about patient care, want to work in a supportive team and are eager to develop, we encourage you to apply! This position is available with a starting salary of £32,399 p.a. full time (although part time hours may be available) with an excellent benefits package including a great bonus scheme and competitive annual leave.Please note this is not an AfC role.We may invite candidates to interview prior to the closing date and close the post early if appropriate.Main duties of the jobOur ACTs work as part of the dispensary team to provide and maintain a comprehensive pharmaceutical service support in the delivery of a quality dispensing service through performing a final technical check on dispensed items prior to release, and when necessary, labelling, dispensing and supplying prescriptions in readiness for technical checking.ACTs provide support in implementing developments within dispensing services to meet the needs of the patient, acting as a role model and providing leadership for other support staff.About usCrucible Pharmacy Ltd (CPL) is owned by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust but operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary providing pharmacy services to STH outpatients from 2 state of the art dispensaries covering all of the trust sites. It also provides a dispensing service for inpatient discharge prescriptions including compliance aids.DetailsDate posted20 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£32,399 a year p.a. on appointment plus bonusContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number190-CPL-12Job locationsRoyal Hallamshire HospitalGlossop RoadSheffieldS10 2JFJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTECHNICAL 1. To work as an accredited checking technician including accuracy checking controlled drugs 2. To prepare, dispense and accuracy check patient compliance aids. To liaise with relatives/community staff/carers to ensure smooth transition of medication to the patient. 3. To interpret and follow up complex prescription queries. 4. To become trained to an advanced level on the automated dispensing systems, acting as a designated super-user to assist Operational staff with problem solving and retrievals. 5. To ensure that labelling standards, dispensary standard operating and health and safety procedures (e.g. COSHH, local fire strategy) are adhered to. Suggest changes and provide constructive feedback to dispensary managers. Act as nominated fire warden as part of team leader duties 6. To maintain a broad level of dispensary practice including reception, drug return/ destruction, answering telephone queries, managing stock lists and labelling/dispensing 7. To maintain the day-to-day management, ordering, receiving, storing and recording and auditing of CDs under the direction of the pharmacy manager 8. To contribute to the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) covering each of the aspects of the safe management of CDs. 9. To ensure the controlled drug register is maintained and the balance is reconciled against the stock of every CD via a regular stock audit as agreed with the STH Accountable Officer. 10. To contribute to safe and secure medicines practice. This includes medicines selection, procurement, storage, preparation, dispensing, supply and patient education 11. To identify and promptly report to the duty Responsible Pharmacist potential problems in the administration of medicines such as medicine interactions, newly prescribed drugs, physical factors that could affect patient safety, compliance etc LEADERSHIP 1. To assist in supervising and planning the day-to-day workload of the dispensary ensuring efficient workflow and prioritisation under direction from the ACT Team Leader. 2. To allocate, organise and monitor the work of relevant pharmacy staff. 3. Responsible for problem solving and making judgments involving a range of situations which may require analysis (e.g., fault finding on tracking system and automation, amending stock/financial discrepancies, staffing other areas, workflow). 4. To ensure competent use of Prescription Tracking System producing relevant reports/data to ensure dispensary standards are achieved and maintained. Complete and analyse daily feedback report. 5. Contribute to the development, implementation and provision of effective training and ensure staff competence across relevant staff groups. 6. To participate in the Mentorship programme and provide training to new staff. COMMUNICATION 1. To deal effectively with general enquiries and complaints, ensuring that all communication by the post-holder (verbally, electronically, by letter etc) with patients, relatives, carers, prescribers, pharmacists, staff, other health care professionals is of a high standard 2. To develop and maintain positive working relationships to facilitate efficient and effective services. 3. To maintain and update accurate pharmacy records relating to computer systems etc under the guidance of the pharmacy manager GENERAL 1. To maintain own continuing professional and personal competence. 2. To adhere to all relevant procedures and policies of Crucible Pharmacy LtdJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTECHNICAL 1. To work as an accredited checking technician including accuracy checking controlled drugs 2. To prepare, dispense and accuracy check patient compliance aids. To liaise with relatives/community staff/carers to ensure smooth transition of medication to the patient. 3. To interpret and follow up complex prescription queries. 4. To become trained to an advanced level on the automated dispensing systems, acting as a designated super-user to assist Operational staff with problem solving and retrievals. 5. To ensure that labelling standards, dispensary standard operating and health and safety procedures (e.g. COSHH, local fire strategy) are adhered to. Suggest changes and provide constructive feedback to dispensary managers. Act as nominated fire warden as part of team leader duties 6. To maintain a broad level of dispensary practice including reception, drug return/ destruction, answering telephone queries, managing stock lists and labelling/dispensing 7. To maintain the day-to-day management, ordering, receiving, storing and recording and auditing of CDs under the direction of the pharmacy manager 8. To contribute to the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) covering each of the aspects of the safe management of CDs. 9. To ensure the controlled drug register is maintained and the balance is reconciled against the stock of every CD via a regular stock audit as agreed with the STH Accountable Officer. 10. To contribute to safe and secure medicines practice. This includes medicines selection, procurement, storage, preparation, dispensing, supply and patient education 11. To identify and promptly report to the duty Responsible Pharmacist potential problems in the administration of medicines such as medicine interactions, newly prescribed drugs, physical factors that could affect patient safety, compliance etc LEADERSHIP 1. To assist in supervising and planning the day-to-day workload of the dispensary ensuring efficient workflow and prioritisation under direction from the ACT Team Leader. 2. To allocate, organise and monitor the work of relevant pharmacy staff. 3. Responsible for problem solving and making judgments involving a range of situations which may require analysis (e.g., fault finding on tracking system and automation, amending stock/financial discrepancies, staffing other areas, workflow). 4. To ensure competent use of Prescription Tracking System producing relevant reports/data to ensure dispensary standards are achieved and maintained. Complete and analyse daily feedback report. 5. Contribute to the development, implementation and provision of effective training and ensure staff competence across relevant staff groups. 6. To participate in the Mentorship programme and provide training to new staff. COMMUNICATION 1. To deal effectively with general enquiries and complaints, ensuring that all communication by the post-holder (verbally, electronically, by letter etc) with patients, relatives, carers, prescribers, pharmacists, staff, other health care professionals is of a high standard 2. To develop and maintain positive working relationships to facilitate efficient and effective services. 3. To maintain and update accurate pharmacy records relating to computer systems etc under the guidance of the pharmacy manager GENERAL 1. To maintain own continuing professional and personal competence. 2. To adhere to all relevant procedures and policies of Crucible Pharmacy LtdPerson SpecificationQualifications and EducationEssential
  • BTEC Level 3 or equivalent
  • GPhC registered pharmacy technician
  • Accredited Checking Technician status
ExperienceEssential
  • Able to label and dispense accurately
  • Experience of using pharmacy based computer systems
  • Experience / knowledge of stock control
Skills and KnowledgeEssential
  • Works to high standard of accuracy
  • Effective communication
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Able to manage complex workload
  • Able to work independently
  • Able to deal with conflict
Person SpecificationQualifications and EducationEssential
  • BTEC Level 3 or equivalent
  • GPhC registered pharmacy technician
  • Accredited Checking Technician status
ExperienceEssential
  • Able to label and dispense accurately
  • Experience of using pharmacy based computer systems
  • Experience / knowledge of stock control
Skills and KnowledgeEssential
  • Works to high standard of accuracy
  • Effective communication
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Able to manage complex workload
  • Able to work independently
  • Able to deal with conflict

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