Pharmacy Technician

Role: Pharmacy Technician
Location: The Wellington Hospital, London
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09.00am-17.30pm (plus rota weekends and bank holidays)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive depending on experience with excellent benefits

We're looking for a Pharmacy Technician to join our team at The Wellington Hospital, currently rated "Good" by the CQC. The Wellington covers a number of specialist units including ICU Gynaecology CCU/HDU, Cardia Treatment and digestive Health. Joining this team can give you experience and exposure to these different areas and experts within these fields.

A key member of the Pharmacy Team as such they will assist in the provision of a comprehensive pharmacy service which consistently meet the needs of all service users across the Wellington Hospital (North, South and Platinum Medical Centre sites) and affiliated services at Golder's Green and Elstree Outpatient Centres. You will contribute to the day to day running of the Pharmacy and will report to the Senior Pharmacy Technician with support from Head Technician and/or Pharmacists.

Job Responsibilities:

• The successful post holder will accurately dispense and issue prescription medicines, including controlled drugs to inpatients, outpatients, and patients offsite across the Wellington Hospital and various outpatient centres.
• As an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) the postholder will be expected to accuracy check prescriptions according to the ACPT policy. As an Omnicell® user the post holder will produce and analyse stock discrepancy reports and actively promote cost-effective purchasing, distribution, storage, and stock control. In addition, the role will manage and maintain IV fluids, medical gases, and stock shortages and ensure that these are managed safely, effectively and efficiently.
• The successful post holder may need to also undertake basic procurement duties and become a proficient user of the Meditech® electronic health solution IT system.
• The post holder will ensure that processes are delivered safely, efficiently and in a timely manner for our patients. They will also ensure implementation of procedures and be responsible for updating and reviewing policies and procedures relevant to patient services activities as well as participate in the educating and training of the team.
• You will also provide support within distribution by: fulfilling stock and top up orders for the wards and theatres efficiently and accurately according to hospital policy and protocol using the Meditech® IT software system for stock transfer and charging.

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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:

• Strong relationship building skills
• Registration with GpHC
• NVQ3 in Pharmacy or BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or an equivalent pharmacy technician qualification
• General knowledge of drug therapy
• Experience of working within a hospital environment
• Knowledge of Meditech (desirable)
• Experience of Omnicell Automated Dispensing Cabinets (desirable)

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 incl