Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic qualified Pharmacy Technician, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, to join our friendly Pharmacy Department. This post offers the opportunity to participate in all aspects of hospital pharmacy. You should show initiative, be proactive, and also demonstrate flexibility in your approach. An ability to work effectively as part of a larger team is essential for this position. You will naturally work to a high level of technical competence, in line with departmental and Trust policies and procedures. 

Appointment to Band 5 will be subject to holding a GPhC Accredited ACT qualification and a GPhC Accredited Medicines Management qualification.

Successful candidates who do not hold these qualifications will be appointed at Band 4. If appointed at Band 4, you will be provided with the necessary training and support to achieve the relevant qualifications required for the Band 5 position. 

Please note: closing dates are subject to change. Once a sufficient number of applications have been received the vacancy may be closed down. 

Main duties of the job

• Be able to assess the ongoing situation in any section of the department and ensure that workflow is efficient and staff are effectively deployed.
• Observe standard operating procedures (SOPs) in every section of the rotation.
• Apply problem-solving skills to resolve day to day problems.
• Contribute to the development of section/speciality policies and procedures by identifying variations in standards of work practice and implement agreed changes as required.
• Undertake CPD activities and training in all sections and specialities within the Pharmacy Department through the rotation.
• Work proactively to avoid errors, complaints and incidents and to deal with them when required. 
• In conjunction with the Chief or Senior Technicians, plan and organise the routine work/rota of the section you are in and co-ordinate/supervise junior members of staff.

Working for our organisation

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services, including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics, and maternity services. The Trust’s services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit, and outpatient clinics.

The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this – particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.

We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.