An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pre- Registration Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Team. This post is a 27 months FTC. We are offering a competitive salary; year 1 £28,500 rising to £29,231 In year 2. The post holder will carry out a range of duties covering areas of the pharmacy department including dispensary, distribution, ward pharmacy and procurement to provide an efficient and comprehensive pharmacy service The London Clinic’s Pharmacy Department are a close-knit team with around 45 staff members.
The Pharmacy department comprises of 9 core services: On Call, Dispensary Services, Distribution and Top Up Service, Procurement, Clinical Ward Pharmacy Services, Provision of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), Aseptic/Technical Services, Clinical Governance and Education and Training. Job Description Pre-registration pharmacy technician role is a two-year fulltime apprenticeship which enables learner to apply for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The training equips the learner with the clinical knowledge, confidence, practical and professional skills to practise as pharmacy technician. It will enable the post holder to complete the necessary qualifications and learn the knowledge, skills, behaviors required to gain relevant work experience.
Upon successfully completion of training programme, the learner will receive an overall Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Apprenticeship certificate issued by the government. A training certificate will also be issued by the training provider, which meets the requirements of the Initial Education and Training Standards for Pharmacy Technicians and has been accredited by the GPhC. Job Type: Full Time, Permanent. Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: The London Clinic 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW.
Salary: Band 3 equivalent salary range on offer based on skills and experience. Benefits package: Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%). Private Medical Healthcare. 33 day’s annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays).
Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education. Duties & Responsibilities Participate in the provision of a safe, efficient and accurate dispensing service to all pharmacy users To carry out reception duties including taking in prescriptions and the entering of details onto the computer system (tracker system). To provide concise drug information to patients and staff and refer enquiries appropriately.
To counsel patients regarding their medications following competency training. To ensure all relevant documentation is completed and filed according to procedures including unlicensed medicine dispensing records, prescriptions (outpatients and TTAs) and ward requests. Contribute to the management of emergency drugs supply processes. To participate in regular expiry date checks of dispensary and to ensure all expired stock is removed according to the procedures.
Skills & Experience Pharmacy experience Customer services Able to perform self-directed learning Able and willing to learn and complete the pre-registration pharmacy technician training within given deadline IT and presentation skills Attention to detail and the ability to work accurately Good numeracy and literacy skills Time management skill with the ability to prioritise own workload Ability to respond well to pressure and to meet deadlines Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to work well within a team alongside all grades of staff/colleagues and with other healthcare professionals Please see job description attached for all skills and experience required for this post. The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background

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