Pharmacy Technician

HCA Healthcare; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work scheme

Group Life Assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Discounts with retailers

Job summary

HCA UK is looking for a Pharmacy Technician to join The Wilmslow Hospital's Pharmacy team in Manchester. The role covers dispensary, procurement, stock control and medicines distribution across inpatient and outpatient settings, reporting to the Senior Pharmacy Technician.

This permanent, full-time position offers a varied workload and a supportive team environment within a private healthcare group renowned for patient care and professional development.

Qualifications

• GPhC registration as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
• NVQ Level 3 in pharmaceutical science or BTEC Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science (or equivalent).
• Accredited Checking Technician status is desirable.
• Experience of working in a pharmacy as a qualified technician.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive pharmacy service across dispensary, procurement, stock control and medicines distribution.
• Support ward top-up services and day-to-day pharmacy operations.
• Work under the supervision of the Senior Pharmacy Technician with support from Lead Pharmacy Technician.
• Contribute to high autonomy while maintaining patient-focused care.

Skills

Accredited Checking Technician

Experience as a pharmacy technician

GPhC registration awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in pharmaceutical science

BTEC Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science

GPhC registration to practice

Job description

Role: Pharmacy Technician
Location: The Wilmslow Hospital, Manchester
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, 0900-1700.

Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive depending on experience with excellent benefits

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at The Wilmslow Hospital, rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.As part of the world’s largest private healthcare group; located in the heart of Cheshire, The Wilmslow Hospital is a leading multi-specialty hospital bringing together experienced consultants, advanced diagnostics, and modern facilities to provide exceptional patient care. The hospital offers expert treatment across a wide range of specialties, including women’s health, orthopaedics, and general medicine, supporting patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

As a key member of the Pharmacy Team, you will assist in the provision of a comprehensive pharmacy service which consistently meet the needs of all service users. You will be responsible for working across all aspects of the core pharmacy operations, which may include dispensary, pharmacy procurement, stock control and management, medicines distribution and ward top-up services. You will contribute to the day to day running of the Pharmacy and will report to the Senior Pharmacy Technician with support from Lead Pharmacy Technician.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician seeking a varied and rewarding role within a small hospital pharmacy team. Perfect for a technician ready to take the next step in their career, the role offers a high degree of autonomy and responsibility, allowing you to work independently while being supported by an experienced pharmacy team.

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:

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician.

• NVQ Level 3 in pharmaceutical science and BTEC Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science, or equivalent qualification with underpinning knowledge.

• Accredited Checking Technician

• Experience of working within a pharmacy as a qualified technician

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Pharmacy Technician within Pharmacy you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

• Unique and Individual : We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual

• Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion

• Honesty, integrity and fairness : - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness

• Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity

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.