Senior Pharmacy Technician

HCA Healthcare UK

The closing date is 02 May 2025

Job summary

We are looking for a Senior Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at The Lister Hospital, currently rated Outstanding by the CQC.

The Lister Hospital, located in Chelsea has consistently provided care and treatment in London for over 30 years. We offer access to leading consultants from London's top teaching hospitals and contemporary treatment, with several highly specialised units including fertility, gastroenterology medicine and orthopaedics and surgery. With 60 beds across three floors, we offer a specialised service, bespoke to our patients needs. Our six-bed critical care unit provides dedicated specialised care to seriously ill patients with a range of surgical or medical conditions.

Main duties of the job

Within the Pharmacy department there is a small team of 8 who cover many areas for the hospital. It has a high turn over of outpatient requirements covering Surgical. ITU, Medical, Urgent Care and also the Lister Fertility Clinic.

This role is a great development opportunity for someone from a retail or mixture with hospital background as you will get the opportunity to learn the cross functions of the different areas and be offered the chance to additional training and develop your career. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who displays positivity and leadership within a team to assist in the provision of a comprehensive pharmacy service which consistently meets the needs of all service uses.

About us

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Lead Clinical Pharmacist Haematology/Oncology youll be eligible for:

  • 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
  • Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
  • Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
  • Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
  • Group Life Assurance from day one
  • Critical illness cover
  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
  • Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
  • Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
  • Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Date posted

07 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience Competitive + Attractive Benefits

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0115-0045748

Job locations

The Lister Hospital

Chelsea Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RH


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Be a role model supporting your peers whilst actively promoting the role of pharmacy technicians

  • Together with senior technical team, ensure the smooth day to day running of dispensaries and ward technical services

  • Be accurate in your working with a good attention to detail and have good communication skills

  • Assist with supervision, training and development of pharmacy and other MDT staff

  • Participate in quality projects and service development

  • Assist in staff appraisal system including monthly one to ones

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Be a role model supporting your peers whilst actively promoting the role of pharmacy technicians

  • Together with senior technical team, ensure the smooth day to day running of dispensaries and ward technical services

  • Be accurate in your working with a good attention to detail and have good communication skills

  • Assist with supervision, training and development of pharmacy and other MDT staff

  • Participate in quality projects and service development

  • Assist in staff appraisal system including monthly one to ones

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Good spoken and written English.
  • Ability to work quickly, accurately and in an organised manner under pressure
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills in a multidisciplinary environment
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing demands

Desirable

  • Hospital Experience would be a plus

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with GPhC

Desirable

  • ACT and/or MMT accreditation is desirable
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Good spoken and written English.
  • Ability to work quickly, accurately and in an organised manner under pressure
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills in a multidisciplinary environment
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing demands

Desirable

  • Hospital Experience would be a plus

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with GPhC

Desirable

  • ACT and/or MMT accreditation is desirable

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

The Lister Hospital

Chelsea Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RH


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

The Lister Hospital

Chelsea Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RH


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Alex Maslen

alexandra.maslen@hcahealthcare.co.uk

02038600336

Date posted

07 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience Competitive + Attractive Benefits

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0115-0045748

Job locations

The Lister Hospital

Chelsea Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RH


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