Pharmacy Technician

Manx Care

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Job summary

Are you a registered Pharmacy Technicianlooking for a new and challenging opportunity? Join our committed Medicines Optimisation Teamwithin Manx Care where you willprovide technical support on pharmaceutical matters and those pertaining to medicines medicines optimisationto a range of specialist areas, including (but not limited to)GP Surgeries, the IOM Prison staff and clients,Care Homes staff and residents and patients accessing specialist services e.g. mental health.

Main duties of the job

You will lead on medicines optimisation for the Isle of Man Prison, and with the support of other members of team, will work alongside prison healthcare staff, the visiting prescribing clinicians and the DHA prison staff to improve the provision of medicines to the prison population. There will be a strong focus on improving the safe and efficient management of medicines and the adherence to local prescribing policies.

About us

A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover! You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Islands close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations. Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!

Date posted

09 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,225 to £52,384 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-018823

Job locations

Crookall House

Demense Road

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 3QA

Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 public holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements; the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Ability to take an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role.