This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to lead the Dispensary service within the Pharmacy Department at the Royal United Hospital Bath NHS Trust.
We are looking for a registered pharmacy technician with the GPhC who has experience and knowledge of working within a dispensary setting and management experience to lead the Dispensary team, made up of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants.
This role is part of the senior management team and is critical to the operational day-to-day running and future development of the Dispensary Service.
The successful candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team, enthusiasm to promote new ideas, determination to succeed in a challenging environment, the ability to remain calm under pressure and a commitment to future developments in pharmacy.
We strongly encourage applications from colleagues from protected and minority backgrounds and are happy to consider applications for part-time or flexible working.
To provide an effective, efficient and patient-centered pharmacy service in accordance with current legislation, accepted professional and ethical standards and clinical requirements.
* To be responsible for the RUH Pharmacy Dispensary services, including leading and motivating staff, providing excellent managerial leadership to ensure that the Pharmacy Dispensary provides the expected level of service to both the RUH site, Community Hospitals and other Care Providers.
* To ensure safe systems of work at all times, continually monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and dynamically managing and developing the Dispensary service provision, implementing LEAN principles and best practice, in order to address the increasing demands of the service.
* Assess and develop the skills, training and competencies of all grades of staff working within the Dispensary and be responsible for the co-ordination of appropriate training (including student pharmacy technicians) alongside the Lead Pharmacy Technician for Learning & Development.
* To attend internal and external meetings and deputise for the Lead Pharmacy Technician – Operations as required.
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working in the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Thompson Job title: Lead Pharmacy Technician - Operations Email address: sarah.thompson118@nhs.net Telephone number: 01225 824635
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