Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy ATO to join our Pharmacy Department at The London Clinic, based at our main site in London (W1G 6BW). We are offering a competitive inclusive salary range of £27,143-£31,000.
Main duties of the job
As part of the Pharmacy team, the Pharmacy ATO is responsible for labelling and dispensing prescription, liaising with other healthcare professionals, ward 'top ups', expiry date checking, crediting unrequired medicines and general dispensary tasks to contribute to the safe and effective running of the department.
For further information on this role, please see attached detailed Job Description.
About us
Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities, and circa 1350 employees where we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. Our main hospital spans 8 floors comprising of 150+ patient beds and 10 operating theatres, including a Hybrid theatre and two minimally invasive/day surgery theatres. Speciality areas include, General surgery; ENT; Gynaecology; Hepatobiliary; Neuro-spinal; Ophthalmic; Orthopaedic; Plastic and reconstructive; Robotic; Urology; Vascular & Weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery).
There are two pharmacies at The London Clinic, the one at the Duchess of Devonshire Wing provides aseptic chemotherapy reconstitution service for all patient receiving chemotherapy for cancer and non-cancerous conditions. The second pharmacy, based at 20 Devonshire Place, provides medication for all non-oncology inpatients and outpatients based at The London Clinic.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties:
- Answer the dispensary telephone and deal with queries from patients, carers and staff in a professional manner
- Maintain effective stock control, including expiry date checks and appropriate storage of materials and products
- To provide a top up service to allocated wards and departments
- Order and top up department stationary and sundries
- Manage day to day ordering of medicinal products and assist in the resolution of order discrepancies, identification of late and outstanding orders and return of stock to suppliers
- To contribute proactively and constructively towards a working environment that encourages teamwork, supports excellence in service delivery, including safe, efficient and accurate dispensing services to all pharmacy users
For further information on this role, please see attached detailed Job Description.
If you wish to discuss this position further or would like to come in for an informal chat, please contact Arendell Singh (Deputy Distribution Manager) on 020 7935 4444 ext 7525 or e-mail A.Singh2@thelondonclinic.co.uk.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties:
- Answer the dispensary telephone and deal with queries from patients, carers and staff in a professional manner
- Maintain effective stock control, including expiry date checks and appropriate storage of materials and products
- To provide a top up service to allocated wards and departments
- Order and top up department stationary and sundries
- Manage day to day ordering of medicinal products and assist in the resolution of order discrepancies, identification of late and outstanding orders and return of stock to suppliers
- To contribute proactively and constructively towards a working environment that encourages teamwork, supports excellence in service delivery, including safe, efficient and accurate dispensing services to all pharmacy users
For further information on this role, please see attached detailed Job Description.
If you wish to discuss this position further or would like to come in for an informal chat, please contact Arendell Singh (Deputy Distribution Manager) on 020 7935 4444 ext 7525 or e-mail A.Singh2@thelondonclinic.co.uk.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- * GSCEs A* - C in Maths, English and Science
Desirable
- * NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services or willingness to complete within 12 months of commencing role
Experience
Essential
- * Experience providing excellent customer services in a professional manner at all times, and under pressure
- * Experience building good working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Desirable
- * Experience of working in a Pharmacy setting
- * Experience of using Meditech
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- * GSCEs A* - C in Maths, English and Science
Desirable
- * NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services or willingness to complete within 12 months of commencing role
Experience
Essential
- * Experience providing excellent customer services in a professional manner at all times, and under pressure
- * Experience building good working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Desirable
- * Experience of working in a Pharmacy setting
- * Experience of using Meditech
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.
