Specialist Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary Band 4

Integrated Care System; London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in London seeks an enthusiastic Specialist Pharmacy Technician to join the Dispensary Team at Croydon University Hospital. The successful applicant will provide technical support, maintain stock control, and counsel patients about their medications. Candidates should be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council and hold relevant qualifications. This position offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Community or Hospital Pharmacy Experience.
• Experience in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the dispensary.
• Maintain stock control and assist pharmacists.
• Counsel patients on their medicines.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

High standard of stock control

Education

NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science

Tools

Dispensary equipment

Job description

Specialist Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary Band 4

Specialist Pharmacy Technician Dispensary - Band 4

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed Pharmacy Technician to join the Dispensary Team at Croydon University Hospital.

This role is suitable for newly qualified Pharmacy Technicians or Trainee Pharmacy Technicians with experience in community or hospital pharmacy who wish to join our friendly and dedicated Pharmacy team in our technologically equipped department.

The position offers opportunities to develop skills within dispensary and gain experience in supervising workflow on a daily basis.

Applicants should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be well-organized, capable of working independently and as part of a team, adaptable to changing demands, and committed to providing a high-quality, patient-focused service.

Interview date TBC

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Provide technical support in the dispensary, including labelling and dispensing inpatient requests, outpatient and discharge prescriptions, controlled drugs, and clinical trials.
• Maintain high standards of stock control and rotation within the dispensary.
• Assist pharmacists in delivering comprehensive patient counselling to improve patient knowledge of their medications.
• Support in inpatient requests, dispensing, and labelling for TTA's, and complete in-house accreditations.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and maintain good rapport with medical and pharmacy colleagues.
• Assist in training junior staff, including Trainee pharmacists, Pharmacy students, and Student technicians.
• Counsel patients on their medicines according to departmental standards.
• Contribute to enhancing patient care and demonstrate a patient-focused approach.

Further details can be found in the full job description.

About us

Croydon Health Services provides integrated NHS services across the borough, including care at home, in schools, health clinics, and hospitals.

Our teams, including district nursing, Allied Health Professionals, and community matrons, serve people of all ages. Our Children's Hospital at Home supports children with long-term conditions outside of hospital settings.

We value our 3600 staff members and support their professional development, including opportunities for Pharmacy Technicians working towards Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician status.

We are committed to staff development and maintaining a skilled workforce focused on patient safety.

Candidates must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, hold a BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science, and an NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.

The successful candidate will contribute to late duty and weekend working.

For further discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact 0208 401 3000 ext. 4376 or email [e-mail] (Assistant Dispensary Manager).

Job responsibilities

The post holder, as a qualified registered Pharmacy Technician, will perform a range of routine and non-routine activities, with opportunities for further skill development.

They are accountable for adhering to the General Pharmaceutical Council Code of Ethics/Standards and practicing safely and effectively at all times.

Under supervision, they will help ensure the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused pharmaceutical service to in-patients, discharge patients, A&E patients, and private patients.

The post involves active participation in Continuing Professional Development and working towards developing skills as a Pharmacy Technician Higher Level.

Person Specification

Certificates

• NVQ Level 3 Certificate
• Good social and communication skills
• Experience in community or hospital pharmacy
• Enhanced hospital experience

Experience

• Experience working in a busy environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to check for any previous convictions.

Salary ranges from £32,199 to £34,876 per annum, inclusive of HCAS (outer rate).