Lead Pharmacy Technician, Supply & Operations

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Plymouth is seeking a motivated Lead Pharmacy Technician - Supply Services. You'll lead the operational development of pharmacy supply services, ensuring accurate provision of medicines to support patient care. The ideal candidate will have significant UK hospital pharmacy experience, excellent communication skills, and a relevant supervisory qualification. This role offers a chance to influence service delivery in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Support for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Significant demonstrable experience in a UK hospital pharmacy environment.
• Ability to effectively supervise other staff.
• Experience in dealing with nursing and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical services.
• Oversee daily operations and staff management.
• Implement and monitor standard operating procedures.
• Conduct appraisals and manage performance of staff.

Skills

Significant UK hospital pharmacy experience

Experience with automated dispensing cabinets

Good communication skills

Education

City & Guilds BTEC or NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice

Educational Supervisor qualification

Tools

Automated dispensing cabinets

Dispensing robots

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in Plymouth is seeking a motivated Lead Pharmacy Technician - Supply Services. You'll lead the operational development of pharmacy supply services, ensuring accurate provision of medicines to support patient care. The ideal candidate will have significant UK hospital pharmacy experience, excellent communication skills, and a relevant supervisory qualification. This role offers a chance to influence service delivery in a dynamic healthcare environment.