Opportunity to work at a prestigious institution dedicated to children's health and well-being.
Engagement in quality improvement initiatives, allowing for a hands-on approach to enhancing pharmacy services.
Exposure to advanced technology in pharmacy, including Robotic Management and Intelligent Storage Systems.
Leadership role that includes mentoring and training new staff, fostering professional development within the team.
Ability to impact patient care directly by ensuring accurate and timely dispensing of medications.
Career growth potential by supporting the Dispensary Manager and taking on additional responsibilities in their absence.
A collaborative work environment with a focus on team achievements and service excellence.
Are you a passionate Pharmacy Technician looking to take the next step in your career? Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust invites you to join our team as a Deputy Dispensary Team Leader. This is an exceptional opportunity to blend your expertise with cutting-edge technology, all while making a significant impact on the lives of children in our care. You will play a vital role in managing the daily dispensary workload and contributing to meaningful service improvements, all within a supportive environment that embraces innovation.
In this dynamic position, you’ll lead a dedicated technical team to ensure the timely and accurate dispensing of medications for both in-patients and out-patients. Your strong organisational skills will shine as you plan day-to-day activities, while your commitment to training and mentoring new staff will foster a collaborative atmosphere. Although experience with robotic management and intelligent storage systems is a plus, we offer comprehensive training to help you thrive. Your qualifications should include an NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 (or equivalent) and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Join us in delivering top-notch pharmacy services where your work truly makes a difference—your passion for care is what we seek!
In this dynamic position, you’ll lead a dedicated technical team to ensure the timely and accurate dispensing of medications for both in-patients and out-patients. Your strong organisational skills will shine as you plan day-to-day activities, while your commitment to training and mentoring new staff will foster a collaborative atmosphere. Although experience with robotic management and intelligent storage systems is a plus, we offer comprehensive training to help you thrive. Your qualifications should include an NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 (or equivalent) and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Join us in delivering top-notch pharmacy services where your work truly makes a difference—your passion for care is what we seek!
Opportunity to work at a prestigious institution dedicated to children's health and well-being.
Engagement in quality improvement initiatives, allowing for a hands-on approach to enhancing pharmacy services.
Exposure to advanced technology in pharmacy, including Robotic Management and Intelligent Storage Systems.
Leadership role that includes mentoring and training new staff, fostering professional development within the team.
Ability to impact patient care directly by ensuring accurate and timely dispensing of medications.
Career growth potential by supporting the Dispensary Manager and taking on additional responsibilities in their absence.
A collaborative work environment with a focus on team achievements and service excellence.
We have an exciting opportunity for a registered Pharmacy Technician with Hospital Pharmacy experience and a keen interest in utilising technology in the provision of Pharmacy Services.
You will be responsible for managing the Dispensary workload on a day to day basis and supporting the Dispensary Manager in service improvement taking part in Quality Improvement Huddles and ensuring that improvements discussed are followed through to completion.
Experience in Robotic Management and Intelligent Storage Systems would be an advantage but not essential as training will be given.
Applicants must have the NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 qualification(or equivalent) and BTEC or equivalent certificate and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- To assist with the management of the day-to-day running of the dispensary by planning daily, weekly & monthly activities and ensure that they are completed.
- To lead the technical team in the provision of a dispensary based service to Out-patients, in-patients and private patients
- Ensure that all prescriptions are dispensed accurately and in good time with appropriate supporting advice, in accordance with the Dispensary SOPs.
- To support the Dispensary Manager with the day-to-day running of the Dispensary.
- To dispense out-patient and in-patient prescriptions, discharge medication and controlled drugs in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures
- To be a proficient operator and trouble-shooter for the Automated Dispensing Robot
- To be responsible for training new staff to operate the Robot
- To deputise for the Dispensary Manager in their absence
- To assist in the recruitment of technicians and assistants and organise their induction.
- To be responsible for own continuing professional development (CPD)
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