Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, enthusiastic and motivated Lead Technician to join our excellent Pharmacy Team on the Hammersmith hospital site, which is part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
You will assist with managing the Pharmacy Dispensary, Distribution and Stores Team, providing a high quality, patient focused dispensing and stock management service to the wards and clinics on the Hammersmith site.
You will need significant experience working as a Senior Technician in a hospital Pharmacy environment. You must have a NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent recognised Pharmacy Technician qualification, be a registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC, be an accredited checking technician and have mandatory professional CPD as defined by the GPhC.
If this exciting opportunity appeals to you and you would like to know more please contact: Jayshree Velani - Chief Technician - 0203 313 2655 - Jayshree.velani@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
- To input prescription information using the Pharmacy Computer system.
- To dispense and supply drugs to patients (including using the automated dispensing system ('Robot').
- To support the Patient Services Manager and Chief Technician in the day to day management and running of the dispensary to ensure a high quality service with exemplary customer care.
- To provide technical and professional guidance to all dispensary staff.
- To work closely with all pharmacists with regard to the filing of MCAs.
- To undertake technical final accuracy check of dispensed items.
- To have a working knowledge of all procedures, legislation or national guidelines relating to the storage and dispensing of unlicensed medicinal products, controlled drugs, oral chemotherapy and clinical trials.
- To have a thorough and in-depth working knowledge of pharmacy stock control and ordering systems.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC
- Accredited Checking Technician
Desirable
- Management or leadership Qualification or equivalent experience
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- Ability to use computer systems including excel and word
- Ability to make and manage change
- Ability to organise and prioritise work
- Ability to manage a team
Desirable
- Analytical ability for problem solving
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience working as a senior Technician in a hospital Pharmacy environment
- Previous experience of managing and training others
- Ability to manage a team
Desirable
- Previous experience in training staff on the use of pharmacy computer systems
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC
- Accredited Checking Technician
Desirable
- Management or leadership Qualification or equivalent experience
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- Ability to use computer systems including excel and word
- Ability to make and manage change
- Ability to organise and prioritise work
- Ability to manage a team
Desirable
- Analytical ability for problem solving
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience working as a senior Technician in a hospital Pharmacy environment
- Previous experience of managing and training others
- Ability to manage a team
Desirable
- Previous experience in training staff on the use of pharmacy computer systems
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
