Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician | Full Time | Permanent | Bristol | Competitive pay plus fantastic benefits
Spire Bristol Hospital have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our team in the Pharmacy Department on a full time, permanent basis.
Main duties of the job Duties and responsibilities
To provide an exemplary specialist technical service to support the pharmacy department and other areas of the hospital that stock medicines, working within own level of competence and in accordance with current legislation, accepted professional and ethical standards and Spire Healthcare policies and procedures.Contribute to the safe and effective use of medicines, ensuring cost efficiency.
Assist in delivering pharmaceutical care to meet patients health and wellbeing needs.
Assist in assessing peoples health and wellbeing within the context of their medicines.
Movement and management of medicines.
Establish and maintain communication with people about pharmacy activities and medicines.
Modify and structure data, information, computer records and stock management documents.
Develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of others.
Contribute to the development and implementation of services
Monitor and maintain health and safety and security of self and others.
Contribute to quality improvement.
Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights.
Acknowledge the risk of Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAI) and understand own responsibility as agreed with line manager in the prevention and control of HCAI.
About us Spire Bristol Hospital is the largest private hospital in the South West, offering fast access to a broad range of treatments and services including complex surgery and a Children and Young People's Service. Our high-quality accommodation and aftercare means we're committed to looking after you and your health.
Job responsibilities Who we're looking for
B. Tech National Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences, City & Guilds of London Institute Dispensing Technicians Certificate, Scottish/National Vocational Qualifications (S/NVQ) level 3 in pharmacy services, or equivalent
Experience of working in a pharmaceutical department.
Experience of administrative duties e.g. data checking and charging
Competent in a range of pharmaceutical activities with theoretical knowledge acquired during qualification.
Possess the mandatory training requirements for role including infection control and health and safety competencies.
Possess Equipment and Medical Devices Competences
Continuing professional development in pharmaceutical activities.
Trained on MS Office and other relevant packages e.g. stock control, charging and labelling
Demonstrate principles of accountable practice
Maintains interest in current pharmaceutical developments
English language to IELTS 7.0
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
Free Bupa wellness screening
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Free onsite parking
Our Values
We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
Driving clinical excellence
Doing the right thing
Caring is our passion
Keeping it simple
Succeeding and celebrating together
Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
For us,it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people
We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.
Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Mark
Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications
Person Specification Qualifications Please see above
Experience Please see above
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.

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