Description
The Meriden Hospital in Coventry, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join their team in the Pharmacy department.
This is a part-time role for 24 hours a week, with a flexible shift pattern.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Dispensing and preparing medicines accurately in accordance with prescriptions and legal requirements
- Supplying medications to wards, theatres, and outpatient departments, ensuring safe and timely distribution
- Participating in ward-based activities, including stock top-ups, medicines reconciliation, and patient counselling (within scope)
- Maintaining appropriate levels of stock across all areas of the pharmacy and clinical units
- Adhering to all relevant policies, procedures, and legislation, including GPhC standards, health and safety, and infection prevention
- Communicating effectively with pharmacy colleagues, nursing staff, consultants, and patients
- Maintaining registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
To be considered for this role, applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (or equivalent qualification)
- Experience working in a hospital or healthcare pharmacy setting
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
The salary for this role is up to £28,000.00 FTE per year, depending on level of experience, training, and qualification.
Benefits of working with Circle Health Group include:
- 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
- Private Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
- Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
- Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
- Non-contributory life insurance
- Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
- Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
- Employee recognition programmes
- Industry leading training and development opportunities