NhsJobs Ormskirk

• Support the daily running of the Purchasing & Stores section, gaining experience in staff supervision and rota management.

• Use the EMIS pharmacy system to manage efficient ordering, developing strong digital and procurement skills aligned with national and regional contracts.

• Share timely updates on product shortages and supply changes, helping shape clear communication pathways across the department.

• Assist in sourcing safe, suitable alternatives when contracted items are unavailable, building confidence in problemsolving and supplier liaison.

• Take an active role in reviewing contract changes, contributing to continuous improvement and valuebased procurement.

• Work with the Procurement & Stores Manager to ensure unlicensed medicines are purchased safely and in line with best practice.

• Support the purchasing for safety policy, promoting modern, safetyfocused procurement principles.

• Assess and release unlicensed medicines from quarantine, strengthening your knowledge of governance and quality assurance.

• Provide wardbased technician support when required, expanding your clinical exposure and patientfacing experience.

• Maintain CPD and ACT accreditation, supporting your professional growth and future career progression.

• Help develop and optimise digital systems, including the Omnicell robot, Omnicell cabinets and EMIS reporting.

• Support the rollout of electronic ordering and invoicing, contributing to the departments digital transformation.

• Assist in managing drug recalls following MHRA notifications

• Promote patient safety and efficiency, playing a key role in a modern, forwardthinking pharmacy service.

• Undertake staff appraisals and objective reviews, developing leadership and peoplemanagement skills.

• Act as an Accredited Checking Technician across Mersey and West Lancashire sites, enhancing your checking and dispensary expertise.

• Participate in latenight, weekend and bankholiday rotas, supporting a reliable 7day service.

Clinical & Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain GPhC registration and uphold high professional standards.

• Keep CPD up to date, supporting your longterm career development.

• Attend study days and courses, ensuring your skills remain current.

• Complete training and assessments to maintain competency across all duties.

• Ensure safe storage and security of medicines in accordance with departmental policies and procedures

• Ensure compliance with legal and professional requirements, supporting safe practice across the Trust.

Teaching & Training Responsibilities

• Provide training and supervision for pharmacists and student technicians, developing your teaching and mentoring skills.

Financial Responsibility

• Support delivery of a costeffective service, contributing to responsible resource management.

Research & Audit

• Participate in audits and research projects, helping shape service development and innovation.

Job description

• Support the daily running of the Purchasing & Stores section, gaining experience in staff supervision and rota management.

• Use the EMIS pharmacy system to manage efficient ordering, developing strong digital and procurement skills aligned with national and regional contracts.

• Share timely updates on product shortages and supply changes, helping shape clear communication pathways across the department.

• Assist in sourcing safe, suitable alternatives when contracted items are unavailable, building confidence in problemsolving and supplier liaison.

• Take an active role in reviewing contract changes, contributing to continuous improvement and valuebased procurement.

• Work with the Procurement & Stores Manager to ensure unlicensed medicines are purchased safely and in line with best practice.

• Support the purchasing for safety policy, promoting modern, safetyfocused procurement principles.

• Assess and release unlicensed medicines from quarantine, strengthening your knowledge of governance and quality assurance.

• Provide wardbased technician support when required, expanding your clinical exposure and patientfacing experience.

• Maintain CPD and ACT accreditation, supporting your professional growth and future career progression.

• Help develop and optimise digital systems, including the Omnicell robot, Omnicell cabinets and EMIS reporting.

• Support the rollout of electronic ordering and invoicing, contributing to the departments digital transformation.

• Assist in managing drug recalls following MHRA notifications

• Promote patient safety and efficiency, playing a key role in a modern, forwardthinking pharmacy service.

• Undertake staff appraisals and objective reviews, developing leadership and peoplemanagement skills.

• Act as an Accredited Checking Technician across Mersey and West Lancashire sites, enhancing your checking and dispensary expertise.

• Participate in latenight, weekend and bankholiday rotas, supporting a reliable 7day service.

Clinical & Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain GPhC registration and uphold high professional standards.

• Keep CPD up to date, supporting your longterm career development.

• Attend study days and courses, ensuring your skills remain current.

• Complete training and assessments to maintain competency across all duties.

• Ensure safe storage and security of medicines in accordance with departmental policies and procedures

• Ensure compliance with legal and professional requirements, supporting safe practice across the Trust.

Teaching & Training Responsibilities

• Provide training and supervision for pharmacists and student technicians, developing your teaching and mentoring skills.

Financial Responsibility

• Support delivery of a costeffective service, contributing to responsible resource management.

Research & Audit

• Participate in audits and research projects, helping shape service development and innovation.

What is the salary for this pharmacy technician role in Ormskirk?

The advertised salary for this pharmacy technician role at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is £32073.00 to £39043.00 p.a.. Typical pharmacy technician pay in Ormskirk varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

Does Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?

Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 2 open pharmacy vacancies from Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust across the UK. Browse all Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.

How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Ormskirk?

PharmSee is currently tracking 2 active pharmacy vacancies in Ormskirk across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Ormskirk pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

How do I apply for this role?

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