Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and experienced Pharmacy Technician to join The Cherwell Hospital. The successful Pharmacy Technician will work within a team of Pharmacists and Technicians providing support to the wider hospital team and patients.
Main duties of the job
In this role you will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. This role comprises of but is not limited to:
1. Be an expert in procurement of medicines and or medical devices (including any unlicensed medicines).
2. To ensure the maintenance of a high standard of stock control and stock rotation for medicines.
3. To supervise the daily stock level/expiry checks as per audit requirement and be responsible for making the necessary adjustments.
4. Manage medicines invoicing as per Ramsay Guidelines.
5. Be an integral part of staff development and training throughout the hospital, as well as supporting the team to make decisions and introduce innovative and streamlined processes.
6. Support the pharmacy manager in medicines reconciliation.
7. Support both the pharmacy and wider hospital teams with audits.
8. Be able to provide ad hoc support to our sister hospital in Milton Keynes.
9. To work alongside the pharmacy manager to supervise a rolling monthly check of the departmental holding of Controlled Drugs reporting any discrepancies to the pharmacy manager.
10. To detect, record and report drug related clinical incidents according to hospital policy.
11. Together with pharmacy manager develop, update and implement changes to pharmacy procedures as necessary.
About us
Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France. Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care.
Job responsibilities
Pharmacy Technician The Cherwell Hospital - Banbury Full Time - 37.5 hours
* 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
* Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
* Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
* Flexible shift patterns available where possible
* Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
* Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
* Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
* Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
* Free Parking on site (where possible)
* Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
* Concerts for Carers
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
* The Blue Light Card Scheme
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NVQ3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent level.
* Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician.
Experience
* We welcome applications from hospital or community or candidates from other sectors of pharmacy seeking new experiences or are keen to develop their skills in a different area of practice.
* We require you to have clear and confident communication skills, be patient focused.
* Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required.
* Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business.
* Have the ability to make decisions and use your initiative.
* Passion to deliver excellent care in a rewarding and friendly environment.
* Have a full Driving License and be able to commute to other Ramsay sites (in specific for Induction and Procurement training).
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 known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited
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