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Pharmacy Technician
The Harborne Hospital
Clinical
Permanent
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Role: Pharmacy Technician
Location: The Harborne Hospital, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours week between Monday to Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive depending on experience with excellent benefits
We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our team at The Harborne Hospital in Birmingham.
This post is a brand new post to join an expanding, dynamic and supportive team, working alongside some of the UK’s leading consultants in a world-class environment equipped with cutting-edge technology. The Harborne Hospital delivers a wide range of specialist services including oncology, haematology, rheumatology, cardiology, and gastroenterology—caring for adult patients across complex pathways.
As a key member of the pharmacy team, you will work closely with the technical team, under the guidance of Senior Pharmacy colleagues, to provide high quality, patient focused, operational pharmacy services which consistently meet the needs of all service users across the Wellington Hospital (North, South and Platinum Medical Centre sites) and affiliated services at Golder’s Green and Elstree Outpatient Centres. You will contribute to the day to day running of the Pharmacy and will report to the Senior Pharmacy Technician with support from Head Technician and/or Pharmacists.
You will be responsible for working across all aspects of the core pharmacy operations, which may include dispensary, pharmacy procurement, stock control and management, medicines distribution and ward top-up services.
You will play a key role in ensuring the department Key Performance Indicators are met and contribute to the continuous development of the pharmacy service.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What you’ll bring:
Registration with GPhC
NVQ3 in Pharmacy or BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or an equivalent pharmacy technician qualification
Experience of working within a hospital environment
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Pharmacy Technician you’ll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Culture and values
HCA Healthcare UK is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and promotes our values across all areas of our organisation. As a valued member of our team, you will be expected to uphold and demonstrate HCA Healthcare UK’s core values through respectful behaviour and conduct. This includes a commitment to fostering Inclusion in all aspects of your role. We approach every patient and colleague with empathy, kindness, and understanding, ensuring a supportive and caring environments for all. We strive for excellence in everything we do, continuously improving our skills and services. Additionally, we encourage sustainable practices by considering the environmental impact of your actions whenever possible.
Reasonable adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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Together we thrive
Choosing HCA UK means joining a community where you're supported to grow, recognised for the difference you make and surrounded by colleagues who share your commitment to care. With advanced facilities, clear career pathways, exceptional benefits and comprehensive wellbeing programmes we're dedicated to caring for you the way you do for others - its how we care.
Together we're united
Our patients come from across the globe and so do our colleagues. It’s this rich blend of cultures and shared purpose that makes HCA UK such a rewarding place to build a career. We’re proud of our inclusive, diverse and compassionate culture, where everyone is respected, supported and empowered to bring their whole self to work. With over 100 nationalities represented and a strong commitment to equity we’re creating a workplace where everyone can feel like they belong.
Learn more about our culture and values and the people who bring them to life.
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