Pharmacy Technician

Ramsay Health Care; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job description

Job Description

Pharmacy Technician

Ramsay Health Care's Yorkshire Clinic Hospital in Bingley, West Yorkshire has a vacancy for a Pharmacy Technician/dispenser to join their team of staff in the Pharmacy department. This is a 21 hours role looking for a Pharmacy Technician/Dispenser to support the Pharmacy team in the provision of pharmacy services for the hospital.

As one of West Yorkshire's leading private and NHS "Choose & Book" hospital, The Yorkshire Clinic is at the forefront of medical technology and patient care. If you are excited about pushing your ability to the next level, whilst at the same time becoming part of a friendly team renowned for excellence and exceptional patient satisfaction then the Woodland Hospital is for you.

Details of the position:

As a key member of the department, you will support the Pharmacy Manager and Team Leader in the provision of pharmacy services, including ordering, stock control and preparation of drugs and medicines. This will include providing advice to patients and clinical staff on pharmaceutical products (within the limits of your role), and ensuring accurate, legal dispensing and issuing of prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring accurate and legal dispensing and issue of prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients as specified in Ramsay Health Care Policies and Procedures
• Undertaking duties in relation to the manufacture of pharmacy goods
• Supporting the pharmacist to ensure that Inpatient Prescription Record Charts are checked regularly to ensure treatment is appropriate, both clinically and financially and that the patient has sufficient supplies
• Providing straightforward advice to patients/carers and clinical staff on pharmaceutical products.
• Supervising, training and coaching new pharmacy staff if applicable
• Ensuring that the agreed standards of patient care and confidentiality are maintained in accordance with Ramsay policies
• Adhering to GPhC Standards of conduct, ethics and performance
• To take part in Weekend, Bank Holiday and extended hours rotas

The successful candidate will also hold the following essential qualifications/criteria:

• NVQ2/3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent level
• Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (pharmacy technician)
• At least 4 GCSEs (A-C), including English, Maths and Science or equivalent qualifications
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
• Demonstrated Customer Service skills
• Demonstrated Computer Skills
• It would also be desirable for the applicant to have experience working in a hospital environment

In return we offer:

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
• Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns available where possible
• Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)
• Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GP
• Life Assurance (Death in Service)
• Free Training and Development via the Academy
• Free Parking on site for workers (where possible)
• Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
• Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portal
• Book discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portal
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

About us

We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy.

We're part of a global hospital group with over 50 years' experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth.

We care.

It's more than what we do, it's who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.