Description
Mount Alvernia Hospital in Guildford is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics. We have an opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join their team of staff in the Pharmacy department.
This is a part-time role for 22.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.
Duties of this role include:
- Dispense and prepare medicines accurately in accordance with prescriptions and legal requirements.
- Supply medications to wards, theatres, and outpatient departments, ensuring safe and timely distribution.
- Support discharge planning by preparing take-home medications and liaising with clinical teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Participate in ward-based activities, including stock top-ups, medicines reconciliation, and patient counselling (within scope).
- Work closely with pharmacists and nursing teams to support safe and efficient use of medicines at ward level.
- Help identify and reduce medication waste through effective stock rotation and communication with clinical areas.
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.
- Must have SACT experience.
Salary & Benefits Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
- 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