Lead Pharmacy Technician - Patient Services

HCA Healthcare UK; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician at London Bridge Hospital to manage dispensaries and ensure efficient pharmacy operations. This role requires strong management skills, extensive pharmacy experience, and qualifications in pharmaceutical sciences. Join a team that values patient care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience in dispensing and stock control.
• Management experience in pharmacy operations.
• Willingness to work towards ACPT accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Manage dispensaries and lead a team of Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants.
• Ensure effective inventory and stock management across multiple sites.
• Conduct audits and assist in training pharmacy staff.

Skills

Inventory Management

Stock Control

Dispensing

Education

BTEC / NVQ Level 3 qualification in Pharmaceutical Science

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) accreditation

Tools

Omnicell Automated Dispensing Cabinets

Job description

Role: Lead Pharmacy Technician - Patient Services
Location: London Bridge Hospital Campus, Central London
Hours:Full-time, 37.5 hours per week between Monday-Friday, with contribution to lates and Saturdays on a rota basis
Contract Type:Permanent
Salary:Competitive Depending on Experience (with excellent benefits)

We’re looking for a LeadPharmacy Technician to join our Patient Services team at ourLondon Bridge Hospitalcurrently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.

London Bridge Hospital is one of the UK’s largest private healthcare hospitals specialising in complex and acute care. Spread over three main buildings and five outpatient centres, it is home to a number of specialist units and teams across a wide range of disciplines including orthopaedic, spinal, digestive diseases, liver, hepatobiliary, renal, cardiothoracic, critical care, cancer and transplant services.

We are looking for a highly motivated Pharmacy Technician, to join our Patient Services team to manage the dispensaries across our London Bridge Hospital Campus. The successful postholderwill be line managing and working with a team of Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants to ensure all aspects of the core operations are delivered, including dispensary, purchasing, stock control and medicines distribution.

As a key member of the Pharmacy Leadership Teamthe postholderwill be responsible for inventory management across the London Bridge sites and will work closely with other HCA wide Lead Technicians, procurement and aseptic teams to ensure appropriate stock levels and that revenue targets are achieved.

Job Responsibilities:

• As a key member of the Pharmacy Leadership Team, you will provide high quality, patient focused, operational pharmacy services which consistently meet the needs of all service users.
• Within the role of Lead Pharmacy Technician, Patient Services, you will be leading and working with a team of Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants to ensure all aspects of the core pharmacy operations are delivered, including dispensary, purchasing, stock control and medicines distribution.
• You will be responsible for inventory management across all LBH sites and will work closely with procurement to ensure appropriate stock levels and that revenue targets are achieved.
• You will be involved in the continuous service and professional development, audit and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs). You will also be a key stakeholder for relevant Quality Improvement Project(s) (QIPs)
• You will be integral in providing training, education and mentorship to Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you’ll bring:

• BTEC / NVQ Level 3 qualification in Pharmaceutical Science / Pharmacy Service Skills/PTTP (or equivalent) and registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) accreditation, or willing to work towards
• Extensive experience of working in a pharmacy setting as a registered pharmacy technician including dispensing, labelling, stock control
• Experience of inventory management and stock control
• Experience of Omnicell Automated Dispensing Cabinets (desirable)

Culture and values

HCA Healthcare UK is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and promotes our values across all areas of our organisation. As a valued member of our team, you will be expected to uphold and demonstrate HCA Healthcare UK’s core values through respectful behaviour and conduct. This includes a commitment to fostering Inclusion in all aspects of your role. We approach every patient and colleague with empathy, kindness, and understanding, ensuring a supportive and caring environments for all. We strive for excellence in everything we do, continuously improving our skills and services. Additionally, we encourage sustainable practices by considering the environmental impact of your actions whenever possible.

Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

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