Pharmacy Technician

Description:

Pharmacy Technician | Pharmacy | Chatham | Private Hospital | permanent, 30 Hours

Spire Alexandra Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Department on a 30hr per week. 5-days-per-week

At Spire Alexandra Hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of treatments to patients in Medway and the surrounding areas of Kent and the Southeast. Our private hospital has two extensively equipped operating theatres, backed up by an extended recovery unit with 24-hour support.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

Assist the pharmacy team in providing an exemplary pharmacy service to the hospital and its patients, working within your level of competence
Contribute to the safe and effective use of medicines
Undertake routine delegated activities accurately and in line with current legislation, professional standards, and Spire Healthcare policies and procedures
Prepare yourself, equipment, materials, and medicines appropriately for specific tasks
Accurately dispense medicines according to prescriptions, ensuring all items are checked by a pharmacist
Prepare small batches of pre‑packed and/or over‑labelled medicines as required, ensuring pharmacist verification
Accurately record data and information relating to activities and ensure this is passed to the appropriate team member or filed correctly
Identify and report any significant changes within the pharmacy department or service that may impact patient health and wellbeingWho are we looking for?

Previous experience within a pharmacy department (hospital or community)
Strong team‑working skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Highly numerate and literate
Administrative experience involving checking and monitoring processes
Ability to handle sensitive and challenging situations in a professional and supportive mannerWhat We Offer

35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Contributory pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Free onsite parking
Access to the Spire for You benefits and rewards platformWe commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Why Spire Healthcare?

Spire Healthcare is one of the UK's leading private healthcare providers, renowned for clinical excellence and outstanding patient care. Our people are central to our success, and we are committed to supporting your development, wellbeing and work‑life balance.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received