Description
We are seeking a qualified Pharmacy Technician to join our team at Practice Plus Group Hospital Ilford as a Bank Pharmacy Technician. This is a flexible opportunity to work in a hospital pharmacy environment, supporting the safe and effective delivery of medicines management services.
As a Bank Pharmacy Technician, you will support the delivery of pharmacy services across the hospital, ensuring patients have timely access to medicines and pharmaceutical care. Your main duties will include:
- Supporting the delivery of a safe, high-quality pharmacy service
- Dispensing medicines accurately and in accordance with agreed procedures and standards
- Providing medicines management support to inpatient and outpatient areas
- Supporting patients with medication counselling and information
- Maintaining controlled drug records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
- Managing stock levels, ordering medicines and supporting stock audits
- Assisting with medicines management audits, projects and data collection
- Supporting pharmacy governance, quality improvement and regulatory compliance activities
- Working collaboratively with pharmacists, nurses, consultants and wider healthcare teams
- Assisting in the induction and support of new pharmacy colleagues
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent Pharmacy Technician qualification and current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Relevant post-qualification experience within a pharmacy environment
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good IT skills and computer literacy
- Strong communication and patient counselling skills
- Ability to work accurately and safely within established procedures
- Evidence of continuing professional development
In return, we offer:
- A bank rate of £18.50 per hour
- Flexible shifts to suit your availability
- Supportive working environment
- The chance to make a real difference to patients and colleagues alike