Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

Pharmacy Technician

Yorkshire Clinic, Bingley

Full Time, 37.5 Hours per week

The Yorkshire Clinic in Bingley, West Yorkshire is a leading private hospital with an excellent reputation for the highest standard of care. Consultants from a wide range of clinical specialities offer a range of services to private and NHS patients, allowing the pharmacy team to utilise a broad range of clinical skills.

We are seeking a proactive and motivated pharmacy technician to contribute to the delivery of high‑quality pharmacy services within the hospital.

As a key member of the department, you will support the team 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), and ensuring accurate, legal dispensing and issuing of prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients.

• Ensuring accurate and legal dispensing and issue of prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients as specified in Ramsay Health Care Policies and Procedures
• Undertaking duties in relation to the manufacture of pharmacy goods
• Supporting the pharmacist to ensure that Inpatient Prescription Record Charts are checked regularly to ensure treatment is appropriate, both clinically and financially and that the patient has sufficient supplies
• Providing straightforward advice to patients/carers and clinical staff on pharmaceutical products.
• Supervising, training and coaching new pharmacy staff if applicable
• 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
• To take part in Weekend, Bank Holiday and extended hours rotas

• NVQ2/3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent level
• Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (pharmacy technician)
• 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
• It would also be desirable for the applicant to have experience working in a hospital environment

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns available where possible
• Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
• Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
• Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
• Free Parking on site
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• Concerts for Carers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2
  
  Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long‑standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. “Our employees are Ramsay.” The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more ‘Time to Care’.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be…