Senior Pharmacy Technician

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at The Lister Hospital, currently rated Outstanding by the CQC.

The Lister Hospital, located in Chelsea, has consistently provided care and treatment in London for over 30 years. We offer access to leading consultants from London's top teaching hospitals and contemporary treatment, with several highly specialised units including fertility, gastroenterology medicine, orthopaedics, and surgery. With 60 beds across three floors, we offer a specialised service, bespoke to our patients' needs. Our six-bed critical care unit provides dedicated specialised care to seriously ill patients with a range of surgical or medical conditions.

Main duties of the job

Within the Pharmacy department, there is a small team of 8 who cover many areas for the hospital. It has a high turnover of outpatient requirements covering Surgical, ITU, Medical, Urgent Care, and also the Lister Fertility Clinic.

This role is a great development opportunity for someone from a retail or mixed hospital background as you will get the opportunity to learn the cross functions of the different areas and be offered the chance for additional training to develop your career. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who displays positivity and leadership within a team to assist in the provision of a comprehensive pharmacy service which consistently meets the needs of all service users.

About us

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 are 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 Lead Clinical Pharmacist Haematology/Oncology, 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

Job responsibilities

Be a role model supporting your peers whilst actively promoting the role of pharmacy technicians.

Together with the senior technical team, ensure the smooth day-to-day running of dispensaries and ward technical services.

Be accurate in your work with good attention to detail and have good communication skills.

Assist with supervision, training, and development of pharmacy and other MDT staff.

Participate in quality projects and service development.

Assist in the staff appraisal system including monthly one-to-ones.

Person Specification

Experience

• Good spoken and written English.
• Ability to work quickly, accurately, and in an organised manner under pressure.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing demands.
• Hospital experience would be a plus.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with GPhC.
• ACT and/or MMT accreditation is desirable.

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.

Depending on experience, Competitive + Attractive Benefits.