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Job description

To assist in the provision of a comprehensive, high quality and efficient pharmacy service to Healthcare in Prison. The post holder will work as an effective member of the Healthcare in Prison Pharmacy team providing comprehensive Medicines Management and dispensing services.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of all aspects of the dispensary services to Healthcare in Prison under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• To dispense prescriptions for patients using the pharmacy computer system.
• Participate in the treatment room pharmacy service including monitoring stock usage and liaising with the Primary Care nurse with regards to stock control.
• Responsible for monitoring fridge temperatures and fridge logs, taking appropriate action to ensure the cold chain is maintained.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a Student Pharmacy Technician, or equivalent, for a minimum of 14 hours per week.
• BTEC and NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services, or equivalent.

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience working in a secure environment

Further Information

Location: Maghaberry Prison, Old Road, Ballinderry Upper, Lisburn, BT28 2PT. For full list of responsibilities, essential & desirable skills, please see Job Description/Personnel Specification on employer's website by following the Apply Direct button.