Pharmacy Technician FTC

Spire Portsmouth Hospital | Havant | Pharmacy Technician | Part Time - 26 hours pw | Fixed Term Contract | Pharmacy | Private Hospital 

Spire Portsmouth Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Department on a fixed term contract.

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 wellbeing

Who 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 manner

Contract:- Fixed Term Contract | Part Time

Working Hours:- 26 hours per week | Week 1 Monday, Thursday and Friday alternating with week 2 Wednesday Thursday and Friday. 

 

Benefits:

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays


• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options


• Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers


• Free Bupa wellness screening


• Private medical insurance


• Life assurance       

For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Sherine Lowers on [email protected]

Closing Date: We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so early applications are encouraged.