Job overview
A exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and innovative Pharmacy Technician to join the established Pharmacy Systems Team within ABUHB. The role will have responsibility for the vast array of Pharmacy systems and associated hardware, including Omnicell Automated Dispensing Cabinets, Pharmacy Robotic Dispensing Systems, the CareFlow Medicines Management Pharmacy Stock Control System.
The role is based at the Royal Gwent Hospital in Newport, with an expectation to visit the other ABUHB Acute and Peripheral sites as and when needed. The role will report to the Principal Pharmacy Technician for Systems and work in collaboration with them and the Senior Pharmacy Assistants to deliver the Pharmacy Systems and Digital roadmap.
The role will have management responsibility of the three Senior Pharmacy Assistants established within the team, and support their development and progression while assisting in maximising efficiency at their base sites.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Provide an effective and professional Pharmacy systems service when liaising with stakeholders, using tact and diplomacy to encourage effective working when dealing with any communication difficulties.
Participate in the implementation, management and continued optimisation of ABUHB Pharmacy and Medicines Management Systems , applying knowledge, skills and training of a registered pharmacy technician.
Be an expert super-user for Careflow Medicines Management, Omnicell, Prescription Tracking System, WOREQ2 ward ordering request system, CheckIt temperature monitoring and Pharmacy Dispensing Robots (RDS) located across the Health Board, and their associated database(s).
Optimise and maximise use of available resources within Microsoft 365 suite to support and enhance work of the Pharmacy Service.
Deputise for Principal Pharmacy Technician, acting as line manager for the section and providing specialist clinical and technical support. Manage and supervise work of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants.
Detailed job description and main 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
- Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults and Children's Barred List check
- Ability to travel within geographical area and between sites in a timely manner
Experience
Essential
- Significant work experience (post qualification) in hospital pharmacy
- Broad knowledge and experience of hospital pharmacy practice
- Working knowledge/ experience of writing SOPs
- Experience of systems maintenance for robots /vending machines in hospital pharmacy environment
- Experience in training and supervision of trainees
Desirable
- Experience of managing a team
- Experience of Pharmacy/ ePrescribing systems / clinical systems configuration and maintenance
- Experience of working in clinical IT projects
Skills and Atributes
Essential
- An up-to-date knowledge of pharmacy practice
- A clear understanding of the limits of own decision making
- Organisational abilities
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Ability to communicate effectively with members of the public and other healthcare professionals
- Computing skills: ability to use Microsoft Office / 365 applications e.g. Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word
- Quality oriented – strives to deliver continuous improvement
- Good leadership qualities: able to take responsibility and to delegate effectively
- Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used
- Flexible and adaptable to changing demands
- Conscientious, reliable and motivated
Desirable
- Ability to motivate people
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical technical procedures for specialist area to degree or equivalent level to include: BTec in Pharmaceutical Science or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services
- Medicines Management qualification.
- Accredited Checking Technician (as per National Education Framework)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Supervisory/ Management qualification
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This advert is for Senior Pharmacy Technician – Pharmacy Systems with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board in Newport, Newport, Wales. It is listed as a Band 6 Pharmacy technician role. The advertised salary is £40,559 - £48,841 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Jul 2026.
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