Senior Pharmacy Technician

HCA Healthcare UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician to join their Pharmacy Team in London. This role involves providing pharmacy clinical trials services and ensuring accuracy in medication dispensing. The ideal candidate will have a GPhC registration and will collaborate with the pharmacy team to support the efficient delivery of services related to cancer clinical trials. This position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Group Life Assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Corporate staff discount

Flexible health benefits

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Proven ability to accurately review and dispense medications.
• Experience collaborating in a pharmacy team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pharmacy clinical trials service.
• Collaborate with dispensing team for operational efficiency.
• Manage ordering and stock of Investigational Medicinal Products.

Skills

Registration with GPhC

Medication dispensing accuracy

Collaborative teamwork

Investigational Medicinal Products management

Job description

Location: Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) at HCA sites

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9-5pm

Salary: Competitive + Benefits - (pension, private health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)

We’re looking for a Senior Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Team at the Sarah Cannon Research Institute, currently rated “Good” by the CQC. Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is a world-leading clinical trial facility specialising in the development of new therapies and precision medication for cancer patients. We believe that participation in a clinical trial is the first step in fighting cancer, not the last.

As the research arm of HCA’s global cancer institute, we are the first UK trials unit outside of the NHS that has the ability to offer new anti-cancer drugs in clinical trials. By bringing together the best medical minds with the most passionate caregivers, we are transforming care and personalising treatment. Through clinical excellence and world-leading research, Sarah Cannon is redefining cancer treatment around the world.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual with great interpersonal skills to join and contribute to the development and growth of the pharmacy department at SCRIUK in the role of Clinical Trials Technician. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a pharmacy clinical trials service. They will assist in the set-up and coordination of pharmacy services at SCRIUK.

The Role

The department is purely for outpatients who are visiting to take part in cancer related clinical trials. Working within this small team you will have the support of the Pharmacists and Technicians to deliver a high quality level of service.

What you’ll bring

• Registration with GPhC
• Accurately review all information related to dispensed medications including Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs), ensuring that any errors are detected and corrected before medications are released from pharmacy.
• Collaborate effectively with other members of the dispensing team to ensure the dispensary operates efficiently and safely.
• Collaborate with the Lead Technician and Supply Chain team to manage the ordering, receiving, and stock management of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) required for clinical trials.
• Ensure that all medications are supplied in a timely manner, meeting the specific requirements of each clinical trial.

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.

Benefits

• 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.

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.

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 national represented and a strong commitment to equity we’re creating a workplace where everyone can feel like they belong.

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