Pharmacy Technician
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Job Description Pharmacy Technician – Fitzwilliam Hospital, Peterborough (22.5 hours per week) Fitzwilliam Hospital is one of Cambridgeshire's leading independent hospitals with a reputation for delivering high quality healthcare treatments and services since 1983. The hospital is situated in the quiet landscaped grounds of the Milton Estate in Peterborough and has 54 single bedrooms and one twin-bedded room, all with en suite facilities. The hospital provides services for both private and NHS patients. By investing in advanced medical technology, the hospital offers a state-of-the-art range of treatments and services. The fully equipped ultra clean air theatre suite is particularly suitable for orthopaedic procedures such as spinal surgery, arthroscopy, hip replacements and knee replacements. The Braithwaite day unit is used for minor operations and endoscopies. The Role: We are looking for a Pharmacy Technician to join our team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. You will be responsible for the delivery of the highest standards of care & services. You will be required to work 3 days a week one of which will be an alternate Saturday. Enthusiasm and flexibility are essential. As a key member of the department, you will support the Pharmacy Manager in the provision of pharmacy services including ordering, stock control and preparation of drugs and medicines. This will include providing advice to patients and clinical staff on pharmaceutical products (within the limits of your role). You will be supporting the pharmacist to ensure that Inpatient Prescription Record Charts are checked regularly to ensure treatment is appropriate, both clinical and financially, that the patient has sufficient supplies and carrying out medicines reconciliation as needed (daily requirement). Providing straightforward advice to patients/carers and clinical staff on pharmaceutical products. Ensuring that the agreed standards of patient care and confidentiality are maintained in accordance with Ramsay policies. Adhering to GPhC standards of conduct, ethics and performance. Ordering and stock control of medication for the Hospital. The successful candidate will also hold the following essential qualifications/criteria: What you will bring:
- NVQ3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science of equivalent level
- Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- At least 4 GCSEs (A-C), including English maths and science or equivalent qualifications
- Sound written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
- Demonstrated Customer Service skills
- Demonstrated Computer skills
- Contributory pension scheme
- 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 day’s Bank Holiday pro rata
- Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
- Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
- Access to our employee Ramsay Discount Programme and Blue Light Card
- Wellbeing centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line
- Access to the Ramsay Academy - We invest in our people by creating real development opportunities and career pathways supported by structured learning curriculums
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