Urgent and Emergency Care Medicines Management Technician
| Posting date: | 23 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £31,049 - £37,796 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 April 2026 |
| Location: | Nottingham, NG7 2UH |
| Company: | Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7734481/164-7734481 |
Summary
A Vacancy at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.
Job Overview
Nottingham University Hospitals Pharmacy department has an exciting opportunity within our Urgent and Emergency Care directorate at the Queens Medical Centre for a Pharmacy Medicines Management Technician (MMT) to join our team.
Our acute medicine admissions unit is one of the largest in the country and has a large clinical pharmacy team consisting of Medical admissions specialist clinical pharmacists, MMTs and MMA’s that deliver an excellent 7-day service
Our Emergency Department is one of the busiest and most dynamic in the UK, acting as a major trauma centre for the East Midlands and treating between 400-600 patients daily. This post will involve working alongside our established specialist ED clinical pharmacists and MMT and MMA. An element of the ED role will include use of our Omnicell medicines automation system and ensuring the best use of this technology.
Our vision is to be outstanding in health outcomes and patient & staff experience.
Patient medication history-
This will include compiling medication histories by checking with patients, their own medication, patient’s medical notes, smart cards, Medway, System One, GP surgeries, recent discharges and any other appropriate sources of information. To ensure that the medication history obtained is documented correctly in the inpatient chart and any discrepancies annotated in the medicine reconciliation section of the inpatient chart as per pharmacy procedure. This information is to be accurately communicated back to the ward pharmacist.
2. Communicating effectively, clearly and concisely complex or sensitive information to a wide range of staff, healthcare professionals and patients where there may be barriers to understanding.
3. Checking patients own medicines for suitability for use on admission and at discharge
4. Checking the transcription of medication for discharge on the etto before the Pharmacist has seen the discharge prescription.
5. To complete final accuracy checks of discharge prescriptions against contents of patients own drugs locker
6. Counselling patients on medications to take home (under the guidance of the ward pharmacist for new medications)
7. To be responsible for ordering further supplies of medication as per departmental
8.To be responsible for stock management and ongoing stock reviews
9. To highlight the need of any additional compliance aids and supply if necessary to assist with medication compliance.
Nottingham University Hospitals is a large, acute teaching Trust with a national & international reputation for the quality of our patient care and for research, education & innovation. It serves a local population of 2.5m & a tertiary population of 3-4m
Recently voted as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to live, our city and the region are one of the big reasons why a career at NUH is the right choice for so many. The city has been named in the top ten places to bring up a family and the top UK city to make your salary stretch further.
As a department, we are forward thinking & constantly implementing innovative ways of working to deliver the best possible patient care
We have a strong belief in leading our teams compassionately & fostering a supportive & caring workplace
Ward Based Activities
1. Patient medication history-
This will include compiling medication histories by checking with patients, their own medication, patient’s medical notes, smart cards, Medway, System One, GP surgeries, recent discharges and any other appropriate sources of information. To ensure that the medication history obtained is documented correctly in the inpatient chart and any discrepancies annotated in the medicine reconciliation section of the inpatient chart as per pharmacy procedure. This information is to be accurately communicated back to the ward pharmacist.
2. Communicating effectively, clearly and concisely complex or sensitive information to a wide range of staff, healthcare professionals and patients where there may be barriers to understanding.
3. Checking patients own medicines for suitability for use on admission and at discharge
4. Checking the transcription of medication for discharge on the etto before the Pharmacist has seen the discharge prescription.
5. To complete final accuracy checks of discharge prescriptions against contents of patients own drugs locker
6. Dispensing and self-checking of pre-packed medication
7. To be responsible for the supply of items for one-stop dispensing (and self- administration where introduced) including the use of pre packed medication where available (This will include checking the prescription against the ward stock list to see what supply has been made, when and if necessary checking the patient locker to see what supplies are still available on the ward.
8. Counselling patients on medications to take home (under the guidance of the ward pharmacist for new medications)
9. To be responsible for ordering further supplies of medication as per departmental
10. To be responsible for stock management and ongoing stock reviews including the organisation and completion of a managed rolling stock check ensuring procedures are followed, accurate stock balances are maintained and the investigation and reconciliation of stock discrepancies is carried out in a timely manner. Tracking, auditing and maintaining lean stock holding of medicines and to participate in the recycling of unused high cost medicines and report savings.
11. To maintain up to date handovers on NerveCentre via the pharmacy IPads.
12. To be responsible for the supply of items for one-stop dispensing (and self- administration where introduced) checking the patient locker to see what supplies are still available on the ward.
13. To record all ward activity data each day
14. To highlight the need of any additional compliance aids and supply if necessary to assist with medication compliance.
15. To liaise with GP’s, community pharmacies and other primary care professionals to ensure safe use of medicines and continuity of care is maintained.
16. To participate in the full programme of validated checking and training schemes in accordance with agreed protocols.
17. Liaise with ward and pharmacy staff to resolve any technical queries or problems with the patients, refers clinical queries to the pharmacist for resolution.
18. To collect and transfer patients’ medication between wards and departments.
19. In liaison with pharmacy stores, maintain and review drug supply issues relevant to the clinical area to ensure an effective and safe system of drug supply, through effective communication with relevant pharmacy and ward staff.
20. To assist the Medicines Information department in the co-ordination of the Drug Hazard/Recall procedure in the event of a drug recall, where appropriate.
21. Representing the Pharmacy Department when working in ward, clinic or other departmental environments and upholding the standards expected.
22. To participate in ward based audit schemes or other forms of research and development
23. To participate in the controlled drug retrieval of patients own medication from wards, patient’s own CD destruction at ward level and expired or unused ward stock. To check CD register balances and balance transfers to new CD registers. To help support the quarterly CD audits.
24. To investigate and resolve with nursing staff where appropriate controlled drug discrepancies to ensure accuracy and legal requirements of the controlled drug patient records are maintained.
25. To utilise the Pharmacy IT system to continually monitor, report and audit Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to the pharmacy clinical service.
26. To be involved in the training of new clinical pharmacy ward staff and the revalidation process of existing MMT’s.
27. To participate in the NVQ Level 3 Clinical training and assessment process of Student Technicians at Ward Level.
28. To be responsible for the local implementation of standards relating to medicines storage and security including:
Ambient and fridge temperature monitoring
Security of medicines storage in treatment rooms, drug trolleys, fridges, emergency trolleys and boxes, controlled drugs cupboards.
29. To participate and support in project works under the direction of the Lead Directorate Pharmacist.
Pharmacy Satellites/Dispensaries
30. To undertake a regular operational commitment in order to maintain competencies and demonstrate fitness to practice as a registered pharmacy technician. This is to include dispensing (including controlled drugs and cytotoxic drugs), accuracy checking (including controlled drugs and oral cytotoxic) and utilisation of the pharmacy computer system
31. To be involved in the training of Technical and ATO staff in the satellite/dispensaries. This may include undertaking competency assessments for: all new starters, trainee accuracy checkers and current accuracy checkers, ensuring that new staff inductions are carried out promptly and signed off for forwarding to the training team.
32. To participate in the NVQ training and assessment process of Student Technicians within the satellite/ dispensaries.
33. To assist in the management of the day-to-day stock holding in the satellite/ dispensaries, ensuring procedures are followed to maintain accurate stock balance; and identify, investigating and reconciling stock discrepancies in a timely manner.
34. To utilise the Pharmacy IT systems as required by ICT to facilitate stock control and patient information.
Other Duties
35. To take line management responsibility for designated staff, this is to include completing:
a. Personal development reviews,
b. Performance management
c. Recruitment and selection
36. To adhere to relevant legislation, such as the Medicines Act, GMP, H&S, COSSH, etc. and to Trust policies
37. To practice at all times, in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the General Pharmaceutical Council.
38. To take responsibility for your actions as a registered pharmacy technician
39. To ensure safe working systems are adopted and adhered to
40. To maintain confidentiality in all work areas
41. In order to comply with the Health Act 2006 (Code of Practice for the Prevention and Control of Health Care Associated Infections) it is the responsibility of every member of staff to prevent and control the spread of infection following the Trust’s infection control policies. These are available on the intranet in the document library under clinical policies and guidelines, infection control. If, as a routine part of your job, you do not have access to the intranet please discuss with your line manager how you can access this information to ensure that you are familiar with your responsibilities.
42. To demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development and maintain a portfolio of practice
43. To undertake annual mandatory training e.g. manual handling, fire, security, basic life support etc
44. To undertake any other duties relevant to the grade as specified by the Head of Pharmacy and Medicine Management
This advert closes on Thursday 2 Apr 2026
Job Overview
Nottingham University Hospitals Pharmacy department has an exciting opportunity within our Urgent and Emergency Care directorate at the Queens Medical Centre for a Pharmacy Medicines Management Technician (MMT) to join our team.
Our acute medicine admissions unit is one of the largest in the country and has a large clinical pharmacy team consisting of Medical admissions specialist clinical pharmacists, MMTs and MMA’s that deliver an excellent 7-day service
Our Emergency Department is one of the busiest and most dynamic in the UK, acting as a major trauma centre for the East Midlands and treating between 400-600 patients daily. This post will involve working alongside our established specialist ED clinical pharmacists and MMT and MMA. An element of the ED role will include use of our Omnicell medicines automation system and ensuring the best use of this technology.
Our vision is to be outstanding in health outcomes and patient & staff experience.
Patient medication history-
This will include compiling medication histories by checking with patients, their own medication, patient’s medical notes, smart cards, Medway, System One, GP surgeries, recent discharges and any other appropriate sources of information. To ensure that the medication history obtained is documented correctly in the inpatient chart and any discrepancies annotated in the medicine reconciliation section of the inpatient chart as per pharmacy procedure. This information is to be accurately communicated back to the ward pharmacist.
2. Communicating effectively, clearly and concisely complex or sensitive information to a wide range of staff, healthcare professionals and patients where there may be barriers to understanding.
3. Checking patients own medicines for suitability for use on admission and at discharge
4. Checking the transcription of medication for discharge on the etto before the Pharmacist has seen the discharge prescription.
5. To complete final accuracy checks of discharge prescriptions against contents of patients own drugs locker
6. Counselling patients on medications to take home (under the guidance of the ward pharmacist for new medications)
7. To be responsible for ordering further supplies of medication as per departmental
8.To be responsible for stock management and ongoing stock reviews
9. To highlight the need of any additional compliance aids and supply if necessary to assist with medication compliance.
Nottingham University Hospitals is a large, acute teaching Trust with a national & international reputation for the quality of our patient care and for research, education & innovation. It serves a local population of 2.5m & a tertiary population of 3-4m
Recently voted as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to live, our city and the region are one of the big reasons why a career at NUH is the right choice for so many. The city has been named in the top ten places to bring up a family and the top UK city to make your salary stretch further.
As a department, we are forward thinking & constantly implementing innovative ways of working to deliver the best possible patient care
We have a strong belief in leading our teams compassionately & fostering a supportive & caring workplace
Ward Based Activities
1. Patient medication history-
This will include compiling medication histories by checking with patients, their own medication, patient’s medical notes, smart cards, Medway, System One, GP surgeries, recent discharges and any other appropriate sources of information. To ensure that the medication history obtained is documented correctly in the inpatient chart and any discrepancies annotated in the medicine reconciliation section of the inpatient chart as per pharmacy procedure. This information is to be accurately communicated back to the ward pharmacist.
2. Communicating effectively, clearly and concisely complex or sensitive information to a wide range of staff, healthcare professionals and patients where there may be barriers to understanding.
3. Checking patients own medicines for suitability for use on admission and at discharge
4. Checking the transcription of medication for discharge on the etto before the Pharmacist has seen the discharge prescription.
5. To complete final accuracy checks of discharge prescriptions against contents of patients own drugs locker
6. Dispensing and self-checking of pre-packed medication
7. To be responsible for the supply of items for one-stop dispensing (and self- administration where introduced) including the use of pre packed medication where available (This will include checking the prescription against the ward stock list to see what supply has been made, when and if necessary checking the patient locker to see what supplies are still available on the ward.
8. Counselling patients on medications to take home (under the guidance of the ward pharmacist for new medications)
9. To be responsible for ordering further supplies of medication as per departmental
10. To be responsible for stock management and ongoing stock reviews including the organisation and completion of a managed rolling stock check ensuring procedures are followed, accurate stock balances are maintained and the investigation and reconciliation of stock discrepancies is carried out in a timely manner. Tracking, auditing and maintaining lean stock holding of medicines and to participate in the recycling of unused high cost medicines and report savings.
11. To maintain up to date handovers on NerveCentre via the pharmacy IPads.
12. To be responsible for the supply of items for one-stop dispensing (and self- administration where introduced) checking the patient locker to see what supplies are still available on the ward.
13. To record all ward activity data each day
14. To highlight the need of any additional compliance aids and supply if necessary to assist with medication compliance.
15. To liaise with GP’s, community pharmacies and other primary care professionals to ensure safe use of medicines and continuity of care is maintained.
16. To participate in the full programme of validated checking and training schemes in accordance with agreed protocols.
17. Liaise with ward and pharmacy staff to resolve any technical queries or problems with the patients, refers clinical queries to the pharmacist for resolution.
18. To collect and transfer patients’ medication between wards and departments.
19. In liaison with pharmacy stores, maintain and review drug supply issues relevant to the clinical area to ensure an effective and safe system of drug supply, through effective communication with relevant pharmacy and ward staff.
20. To assist the Medicines Information department in the co-ordination of the Drug Hazard/Recall procedure in the event of a drug recall, where appropriate.
21. Representing the Pharmacy Department when working in ward, clinic or other departmental environments and upholding the standards expected.
22. To participate in ward based audit schemes or other forms of research and development
23. To participate in the controlled drug retrieval of patients own medication from wards, patient’s own CD destruction at ward level and expired or unused ward stock. To check CD register balances and balance transfers to new CD registers. To help support the quarterly CD audits.
24. To investigate and resolve with nursing staff where appropriate controlled drug discrepancies to ensure accuracy and legal requirements of the controlled drug patient records are maintained.
25. To utilise the Pharmacy IT system to continually monitor, report and audit Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to the pharmacy clinical service.
26. To be involved in the training of new clinical pharmacy ward staff and the revalidation process of existing MMT’s.
27. To participate in the NVQ Level 3 Clinical training and assessment process of Student Technicians at Ward Level.
28. To be responsible for the local implementation of standards relating to medicines storage and security including:
Ambient and fridge temperature monitoring
Security of medicines storage in treatment rooms, drug trolleys, fridges, emergency trolleys and boxes, controlled drugs cupboards.
29. To participate and support in project works under the direction of the Lead Directorate Pharmacist.
Pharmacy Satellites/Dispensaries
30. To undertake a regular operational commitment in order to maintain competencies and demonstrate fitness to practice as a registered pharmacy technician. This is to include dispensing (including controlled drugs and cytotoxic drugs), accuracy checking (including controlled drugs and oral cytotoxic) and utilisation of the pharmacy computer system
31. To be involved in the training of Technical and ATO staff in the satellite/dispensaries. This may include undertaking competency assessments for: all new starters, trainee accuracy checkers and current accuracy checkers, ensuring that new staff inductions are carried out promptly and signed off for forwarding to the training team.
32. To participate in the NVQ training and assessment process of Student Technicians within the satellite/ dispensaries.
33. To assist in the management of the day-to-day stock holding in the satellite/ dispensaries, ensuring procedures are followed to maintain accurate stock balance; and identify, investigating and reconciling stock discrepancies in a timely manner.
34. To utilise the Pharmacy IT systems as required by ICT to facilitate stock control and patient information.
Other Duties
35. To take line management responsibility for designated staff, this is to include completing:
a. Personal development reviews,
b. Performance management
c. Recruitment and selection
36. To adhere to relevant legislation, such as the Medicines Act, GMP, H&S, COSSH, etc. and to Trust policies
37. To practice at all times, in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the General Pharmaceutical Council.
38. To take responsibility for your actions as a registered pharmacy technician
39. To ensure safe working systems are adopted and adhered to
40. To maintain confidentiality in all work areas
41. In order to comply with the Health Act 2006 (Code of Practice for the Prevention and Control of Health Care Associated Infections) it is the responsibility of every member of staff to prevent and control the spread of infection following the Trust’s infection control policies. These are available on the intranet in the document library under clinical policies and guidelines, infection control. If, as a routine part of your job, you do not have access to the intranet please discuss with your line manager how you can access this information to ensure that you are familiar with your responsibilities.
42. To demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development and maintain a portfolio of practice
43. To undertake annual mandatory training e.g. manual handling, fire, security, basic life support etc
44. To undertake any other duties relevant to the grade as specified by the Head of Pharmacy and Medicine Management
This advert closes on Thursday 2 Apr 2026