Pharmacy Technician

Job description Job responsibilities Price and dispense out-patient prescriptions in accordance with the law and hospital procedures and to ensure that the appropriate checking procedures are adhered to at all times.Participate in patient counselling and department counter service as appropriate.Sell Pharmacy only and GSL medicines to patients, using appropriate questioning to ensure that the medicines are being used appropriately, under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist in accordance with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society guidelines for licensed retail pharmacies.Ensure that prescription documentation is maintained and stored appropriately in accordance with the law.Ensure that all charges are posted appropriately in order to assist in the delivery of the hospitals business goals.Participate in the stock distribution function of the technician team. To liaise with ward and department managers to ensure that ward stocks are kept at suitable levels, to ensure drugs are stored correctly, ensure stock rotation and expiry date checking. To ensure the efficient functioning of Pyxis on designated wards as appropriate.