Pharmacy Technician

Job description Job responsibilities Pharmacy Technician | Pharmacy | Chatham | Private Hospital | permanent, 30 HoursSpire Alexandra Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Department on a 30hr per week. 5-days-per-weekAt 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 competenceContribute to the safe and effective use of medicinesUndertake routine delegated activities accurately and in line with current legislation, professional standards, and Spire Healthcare policies and proceduresPrepare yourself, equipment, materials, and medicines appropriately for specific tasksAccurately dispense medicines according to prescriptions, ensuring all items are checked by a pharmacistPrepare small batches of prepacked and/or overlabelled medicines as required, ensuring pharmacist verificationAccurately record data and information relating to activities and ensure this is passed to the appropriate team member or filed correctlyIdentify and report any significant changes within the pharmacy department or service that may impact patient health and wellbeing Who are we looking for? Previous experience within a pharmacy department (hospital or community)Strong teamworking skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsHighly numerate and literateAdministrative experience involving checking and monitoring processesAbility to handle sensitive and challenging situations in a professional and supportive manner What We Offer 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)Contributory pension schemePrivate medical insuranceLife assuranceFree onsite parkingAccess to the Spire for You benefits and rewards platform We 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 worklife balance.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.