Assistant Technical Officer

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious healthcare institution in the UK is seeking a motivated Assistant Technical Officer (ATO) to join their Pharmacy team. The role involves supporting the dispensary operations, managing stock, and providing service to patients. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication and organisational skills, along with a willingness to learn and adapt. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in pharmacy and complementary care. Email [e-mail] for more information.

Qualifications

• No prior experience is required, but an interest in complementary medicine is helpful.
• Ability to deliver high-quality customer service.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a fast-paced pharmacy environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists with the day-to-day running of the dispensary and retail pharmacy.
• Manage retail stock, process orders, deliveries, and handle invoices.
• Provide friendly counter service to patients and the public.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

IT skills

Job description

Assistant Technical Officer (ATO)

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Technical Officer (ATO) to join our busy and friendly Pharmacy team at the Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine (RLHIM). This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in pharmacy, complementary care, and retail services to support the day‑to‑day running of our outpatient and retail pharmacy at RLHIM, the largest public‑sector provider of integrated medicine in Europe.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists with the day‑to‑day running of the dispensary and the retail pharmacy.
• Manage retail stock, process orders and deliveries, and handle invoices.
• Keep accurate records and ensure daily posting of prescriptions.
• Assist with medicine handling and dispensing when required.
• Maintain a clean and well‑organised dispensary.
• Provide friendly counter service to patients and the public.
• Demonstrate strong computer and IT skills; ongoing learning is expected.

Qualifications

• No prior experience is required but an interest in complementary medicine will be helpful.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and deliver high‑quality customer service.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a fast‑paced pharmacy environment.

How to Apply

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Contact: [e-mail]

Legal Statement

This role is advertised by University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a legally protected EEO retailer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates and refusing discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic.