Rotational Senior Pharmacy Technician

West London
£37,259-45,356 per year
Permanent
Full-time

5 days ago

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Pharmacy Technician's to join our excellent Pharmacy Team on the Hammersmith hospital site, which is part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.You will be part of the busy Pharmacy Dispensary and Distribution Team, providing a high quality, patient focused dispensing and stock management service to the wards and clinics on the Hammersmith site.You will need good computer skills, be able to work independently as well as part of a team, and so excellent communication skills are essential. You must have a NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent recognised Pharmacy Technician qualification be a registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and have mandatory professional CPD as defined by the GPhC.If this exciting opportunity appeals to you and you would like to know more please contact -Jayshree Velani, Chief TechnicianPatient Services0203 313 2655Jayshree.velani@nhs.netNeeraja Shajan, Lead Pharmacy TechnicianPatient Services0203 313 2655Neeraja.shajan@nhs.netMain duties of the job

To provide a high quality, patient focused dispensing service to the wards and departments of the Trust, associated hospitals and the primary care sector.
To ensure the timely supply of inpatient, discharge and clinic medication from the inpatient dispensary.
To monitor stock levels and maintain good stock management, including investigating and rectifying stock discrepancies.
To ensure that all staff working in the dispensary are appropriately trained.
To ensure all staff have an understanding of the stores and distribution services to enable them to provide a weekend and out of hour's service.
To act as a systems manager for CMM, the automated dispensing robot, the controlled drugs Omnicell cabinet, Emergency Drug Room Omnicell cabinet, Emergency Department Omnicell cabinet (CXH & SMH only), Pharmacy prescription Tracker & TSCAN remote temperature monitoring systems.

About usAt Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share.DetailsDate posted29 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salary£37,259 to £45,356 a year pa inclusiveContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number290-WCCS-2140Job locationsHammersmith HospitalLondonW12 0HSJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.Person SpecificationEducation / QualificationsEssential

Level 3 in Pharmacy
Registered Pharmacy technician with the GPhC
Accredited Checking Technician (or be willing to work towards completion within 18 months of recruitment)
Mandatory professional CPD as defined by GPhC

Desirable

NVQ Assessor (or equivalent qualification)

ExperienceEssential

An understanding of all aspects and services provided by a UK hospital pharmacy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Team leader/management experience
Experience working in Hospital Pharmacy setting

Desirable

Ward stock top up experience
Training/inducting new members of staff in operational processes
Collecting data for auditing purposes

Skills/ Knowledge/ AbilitiesEssential

Understanding of the roles and practice of pharmacy staff
Analytical ability for problem solving
To adapt, support and implement changes to operations
Demonstrates awareness of and commitment to quality customer care

Desirable

Experience in using CMM (previously JAC) pharmacy computer system
Knowledge of automated dispensing systems (Omnicell Robot and CD cupboard)
Experience dispensing and supplying oral chemotherapy medications using the ChemoCare computer system

Person SpecificationEducation / QualificationsEssential

Level 3 in Pharmacy
Registered Pharmacy technician with the GPhC
Accredited Checking Technician (or be willing to work towards completion within 18 months of recruitment)
Mandatory professional CPD as defined by GPhC

Desirable

NVQ Assessor (or equivalent qualification)

ExperienceEssential

An understanding of all aspects and services provided by a UK hospital pharmacy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Team leader/management experience
Experience working in Hospital Pharmacy setting

Desirable

Ward stock top up experience
Training/inducting new members of staff in operational processes
Collecting data for auditing purposes

Skills/ Knowledge/ AbilitiesEssential

Understanding of the roles and practice of pharmacy staff
Analytical ability for problem solving
To adapt, support and implement changes to operations
Demonstrates awareness of and commitment to quality customer care

Desirable

Experience in using CMM (previously JAC) pharmacy computer system
Knowledge of automated dispensing systems (Omnicell Robot and CD cupboard)
Experience dispensing and supplying oral chemotherapy medications using the ChemoCare computer system

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