Pharmacy Technician 30 hours

Overview

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.

Main duties

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.

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.

Job responsibilities

Pharmacy Technician | Cambridge | Permanent | Part Time - 30 hours per week. 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.

Duties and responsibilities:

- 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.
- 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 as agreed with line manager in the prevention and control of HCAI.

Who we/'re looking for / 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
- We would also consider a trainee reg technician
- Experience of working in a pharmaceutical department.
- Experience of administrative duties e.g. data checking and charging
- Competent in a range of pharmaceutical activities with theoretical knowledge acquired during qualification.
- Possess the mandatory training requirements for role including infection control and health and safety competencies.
- Possess Equipment and Medical Devices Competences
- Continuing professional development in pharmaceutical activities.
- Trained on MS Office and other relevant packages e.g. stock control, charging and labeling
- Demonstrate principles of accountable practice
- Data processing skills

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 CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Benefits

- We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- 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

Our values

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: Driving clinical excellence; Doing the right thing; Caring is our passion; Keeping it simple; Delivering on our promises; Succeeding and celebrating together. Our people are our difference; it/'s their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. For us, it/'s more than just treating patients; it/'s about looking after people. We commit to our employees/' well-being through work life balance, ongoing development, support and reward.

Equality and recruitment

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care. Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it/'s their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing date

In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

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