Pharmacy Technician - 9-12 months Fixed Term Contract | Spire Thames Valley, Slough | Hospital Pharmacy Department | Private Hospital |
Spire Thames Valley Hospital have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy department on a fixed term maternity cover contract.
As a key member of the team, you will support the department in the provision of pharmacy services including ordering, stock control and preparation of drugs and medicines.
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.
- Monitor stock levels within the Pharmacy department to maintain appropriate stock levels
- Assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for the pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems
- Participate in pharmacy and departmental stock takes
- Provide general administrative support to the department
- Contribute to the safe and effective use of medicines, ensuring cost efficiency.
Who we're looking for:
- A Pharmacy Technician who has the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- GPhC Registered with no restrictions on register
- Hospital experience is essential - 1 year minimum
- Experience of working in a pharmaceutical department
- Excellent communication skills
- Good team player
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
Benefits:
We offer employed colleagues 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
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group that has been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 40 years. We have 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Mark Ballard [email protected]
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.
