Senior Pharmacy Technician - Antimicrobial Stewardship

Job description

Job summary

Are you a forward-thinking and conscientious pharmacy technician who is ready to take the next step in your career? In this role, you will have responsibility for the successful delivery of a high-quality antimicrobial stewardship in primary care. Our patients are our highest priority so we welcome innovative ideas for pharmacy practices whilst delivering excellence in pharmaceutical care.

You will be expected to work with the antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) team to ensure a high-quality pharmaceutical service with respect to AMS is delivered and so excellent verbal and written communication skills are an essential part of this role.

Your contribution will impact on ABUHB achieving Welsh Government Antimicrobial prescribing targets for Primary Care.

We are looking for an exceptional individual to work with us as a part of the Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) team

We strongly encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to get in touch and arrange a visit to find out more.

Main duties of the job

Provide specialist technical expertise to the antimicrobial stewardship team and wider health board, acting as a source of expert.

Contribute to the organisational Welsh Government tier 1 antimicrobial target action plan, identifying opportunities and priorities.

Apply technical expertise and specialist medicines management knowledge in order to improve the quality and safety of antimicrobial stewardship processes in primary and community care, overcoming barriers to change and resolving operational problems.

You will work closely with, and be supported by the AMS team, to further develop the practise of yourself and other pharmacy staff.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents, or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description
Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents, or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Skills & Attributes

Essential

• Experience of working with GP clinical systems
• Ability to manipulate data in Excel
• Computer skills including ability to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Forms, Outlook and SharePoint
• Ability to analyse complex data
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to adjust their communication style and content to suit the audience
• Demonstrable skills of negotiation and persuasion

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills
• Adaptability to work with unfamiliar computer software and systems

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in primary care medicines management teams, or GP practices, or care homes, dealing with repeat prescribing processes
• Evidence of stakeholder facing experience.
• Experience of working to and achieving tight deadlines
• Experience with dealing patients and members of the public
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
• Demonstrated ability to manage audits and project work

Desirable

• Antimicrobial Stewardship initiatives
• Demonstrated Service /quality improvement
• Experience of training others

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Sciences plus specialist experience equivalent to degree level
• Knowledge of medicines management, including relevant legislation and policies
• GPhC Registered
• Understands pharmacy and medicines management issues in primary/community settings that affect patient care
• Completed Swansea University Clinical Infection Therapy course, or equivalent, or willingness to undertake early in role

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD
• Clinical Therapy course or equivalent in AMS
• Level 4 Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Services and Therapeutics
• Member of National Antimicrobial Pharmacy Technician Network

Person Specification
Other

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Skills & Attributes

Essential

• Experience of working with GP clinical systems
• Ability to manipulate data in Excel
• Computer skills including ability to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Forms, Outlook and SharePoint
• Ability to analyse complex data
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to adjust their communication style and content to suit the audience
• Demonstrable skills of negotiation and persuasion

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills
• Adaptability to work with unfamiliar computer software and systems

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in primary care medicines management teams, or GP practices, or care homes, dealing with repeat prescribing processes
• Evidence of stakeholder facing experience.
• Experience of working to and achieving tight deadlines
• Experience with dealing patients and members of the public
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
• Demonstrated ability to manage audits and project work

Desirable

• Antimicrobial Stewardship initiatives
• Demonstrated Service /quality improvement
• Experience of training others

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Sciences plus specialist experience equivalent to degree level
• Knowledge of medicines management, including relevant legislation and policies
• GPhC Registered
• Understands pharmacy and medicines management issues in primary/community settings that affect patient care
• Completed Swansea University Clinical Infection Therapy course, or equivalent, or willingness to undertake early in role

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD
• Clinical Therapy course or equivalent in AMS
• Level 4 Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Services and Therapeutics
• Member of National Antimicrobial Pharmacy Technician Network

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address

Llanarth House

Newbridge Gateway

Newbrigde

NP11 5GH

United Kingdom

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