Bank Pharmacy Technician

NHS Jobs; North Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Free onsite parking

Spire Pension scheme

DBS check

Uniform provided

Comprehensive induction and training

Job summary

Spire Alexandra Hospital is seeking a Bank Pharmacy Assistant to join our Pharmacy team on a flexible bank basis. The role involves supporting the dispensing process, preparing medicines and maintaining records, with supervision from a pharmacist.

You will work within a multidisciplinary hospital team to deliver a safe, high-quality service. This bank position offers flexibility to cover busy periods, annual leave, and sickness absence, with weekly pay and opportunities to gain experience across

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmacy setting (hospital or community).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good numeracy, literacy and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivering an efficient, patient-focused pharmacy service.
• Assist with safe dispensing and distribution of medicines.
• Prepare medicines, equipment and materials for pharmacy activities.
• Accurately dispense prescriptions under supervision of a pharmacist.
• Prepare small batches of pre-packed/over-labelled medicines.
• Maintain accurate records in line with regulatory requirements.
• Support stock management and routine pharmacy administration.
• Escalate concerns affecting patient safety or service delivery.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Patient-centred

Administrative records

Job description

Bank Pharmacy Assistant Spire Alexandra Hospital | Chatham Bank Contract | Flexible Ad Hoc Shifts Flexible Pharmacy Work That Fits Around You Are you an experienced Pharmacy Assistant looking for flexible work within a hospital environment? Spire Alexandra Hospital is seeking a motivated and reliable Bank Pharmacy Assistant to join our Pharmacy team on a flexible bank basis. This role offers the opportunity to work on an \"as and when required\" basis, providing cover during busy periods, annual leave, and sickness absence. Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll play an important role in helping deliver a safe, efficient, and high-quality pharmacy service to patients and staff across the hospital.

About Spire Alexandra Hospital

Spire Alexandra Hospital is a leading private hospital serving Medway, Kent, and the Southeast. With state-of-the-art facilities, including two fully equipped operating theatres and an extended recovery unit with 24-hour support, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the pharmacy team in delivering an efficient and patient-focused pharmacy service
• Assist with the safe dispensing and distribution of medicines
• Prepare medicines, equipment, and materials for pharmacy activities
• Accurately dispense prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist
• Prepare small batches of pre-packed and over-labelled medicines
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements
• Support stock management and routine pharmacy administration
• Escalate any concerns that may impact patient safety or service delivery

Who We're Looking For

• Previous experience working within a pharmacy setting, either hospital or community-based
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong numerical, literacy, and organisational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• A professional and patient-centred approach
• Experience of administrative processes and maintaining accurate records

Benefits of Joining Our Bank Team

• Weekly pay
• Competitive hourly rates
• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
• Free onsite parking
• Access to the Spire Healthcare pension scheme
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Comprehensive induction and mandatory training
• Opportunities to develop skills and progress into permanent positions
• Ongoing support from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team

Why Join Spire Healthcare?

At Spire Healthcare, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers, we're committed to delivering outstanding patient care while supporting our colleagues with development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives, and a positive working environment. If you're looking for a flexible role where you can make a difference and be part of a dedicated pharmacy team, we'd love to hear from you.

£28,392 - £31,157 Band 4 - 70% of maximum (Annex 21)

Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust