Pharmacy Technician 30 hours

NHS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A private healthcare facility in Cambridge is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy department. Responsibilities include managing medicines, assisting with pharmaceutical care, and contributing to quality improvement. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications in pharmacy services and experience in a pharmaceutical setting. The role offers competitive benefits including generous annual leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Free Bupa wellness screening

Life assurance

Employer contributory pension

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• B. Tech National Certificate, equivalent qualifications in pharmacy services.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical department and administrative duties.
• Training on relevant software and demonstrated accountable practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering pharmaceutical care to meet patient needs.
• Manage movement and documentation of medicines.
• Contribute to quality improvement and safety measures.

Skills

Pharmaceutical care delivery

Medication management

Data processing skills

Communication

Education

B. Tech National Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Stock control software

Job description

Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our team in the Pharmacy Department on a part time, permanent basis. We would also consider a trainee reg technician.

Overview

To provide an exemplary specialist technical service to support the pharmacy department and other areas of the hospital that stock medicines, working within own level of competence and in accordance with current legislation, accepted professional and ethical standards and Spire Healthcare policies and procedures. Contribute to the safe and effective use of medicines, ensuring cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering pharmaceutical care to meet patients' health and wellbeing needs.
• Assist in assessing people's health and wellbeing within the context of their medicines.
• Movement and management of medicines.
• Establish and maintain communication with people about pharmacy activities and medicines.
• Modify and structure data, information, computer records and stock management documents.
• Develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of others.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of services.
• Monitor and maintain health and safety and security of self and others.
• Contribute to quality improvement.
• Promote people's equality, diversity and rights.
• Acknowledge the risk of Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAI) and understand own responsibility in its prevention and control.
• We would also consider a trainee reg technician.

About us

At Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital, we provide comprehensive diagnostic services and treatments in a comfortable and relaxed private hospital environment. You can get fast access to consultants who are experts in their field and can provide you with personalised treatments, all in a safe environment.

Qualifications

• B. Tech National Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences, City & Guilds of London Institute - Dispensing Technicians Certificate, Scottish/National Vocational Qualifications (S/NVQ) level 3 in pharmacy services, or equivalent

Experience

• Experience of working in a pharmaceutical department.
• Experience of administrative duties e.g. data checking and charging.
• Trained on MS Office and other relevant packages e.g. stock control, charging and labelling.
• Demonstrate principles of accountable practice.
• Data processing skills.
• We would also consider a trainee reg technician.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for you reward platform – discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Free onsite parking

Location

30 New Rd, Impington, Cambridge CB24 9EL