Role: Senior Pharmacy Technician (Dispensary & Distribution)
Location: The Wellington Hospital, London
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09.00am-17.00pm (plus rota weekends)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive depending on experience with excellent benefits
We’re looking for a Senior 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.
The Senior Pharmacy Technician for Patient Services will work closely with the pharmacy team of Pharmacy Assistants, Pharmacy Student Technicians, Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists to support and develop the dispensary, distribution and procurement services. They will need to work as part of an agile and flexible team of Senior Technicians who will coordinate, manage and ensure the smooth and efficient day to day running of dispensary and ward technical services. This role will be suitable for anyone looking to develop their skills and experience in a more operational role.
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:
1. Strong relationship building skills
2. Registration with GpHC
3. NVQ3 in Pharmacy
4. Experience of working within a hospital environment
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 Senior Pharmacy Technician within Pharmacy you’ll be eligible for:
5. 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
6. Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
7. Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
8. Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
9. Group Life Assurance from day one
10. Critical illness cover
11. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
12. Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
13. Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
14. Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.