Bank Pharmacy Technician in St Albans

Spire Harpenden Hospital are looking for a Pharmacy Technician to join our bank who is committed to delivering the highest quality care to our patients. As a key member of the team, you will support the department in the provision of pharmacy services including ordering, stock control and preparation of drugs and medicines.

A Bank contract at Spire Healthcare is a flexible employment agreement where you are not committed to a set number of hours per week. Instead, you work on an ad-hoc basis, filling in shifts that we have available in our hospital. A Bank contract is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility, as it allows you to choose shifts that fit your availability, leaving you with a greater work-life balance. Bank contracts are also a fantastic way to secure additional income alongside other contracted work.

Duties and responsibilities

• To provide an exemplary specialist technical service to support the pharmacy department and other areas of the hospital that stock medicines, working within own level of competence and in accordance with current legislation, accepted professional and ethical standards and Spire Healthcare policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the safe and effective use of medicines, ensuring cost efficiency.
• Assist in delivering pharmaceutical care to meet patients’ health and wellbeing needs.
• Assist in assessing people’s health and wellbeing within the context of their medicines.
• Movement and management of medicines.
• Establish and maintain communication with people about pharmacy activities and medicines.
• Assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for the pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems.
• Participate in pharmacy and departmental stock takes.

Who we're looking for

• Have an NVQ Level 3 Pharmacy service or equivalent is required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good team player.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required.
• It would also be desirable for the applicant to have experience working in a hospital environment; however, community experience is considered.

Benefits:

• Bank colleagues are paid weekly.
• We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave.
• Access to Spire Healthcare pension.
• Free uniform.
• Free DBS.
• Full induction, including mandatory training updates.
• Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts.
• Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire’s specialist Resourcing Team.

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. We commit to our employees' well-being through work-life balance, ongoing development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services. Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference; it’s their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. At Spire Harpenden Hospital, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive private hospital services and high standards of care for our patients. We offer fast access to high-quality healthcare, from consultations and advanced diagnostics to personalised treatments and expert aftercare.