Job summary
Sulis Hospital Bath, renowned for its comprehensive Inpatient, Daycase, and Outpatient services catering to both private and NHS patients, is actively seeking a skilled and dedicated pharmacy technician to join our dynamic team. Our pharmacy department is an integral part of the hospital, providing essential support through both ward and dispensary-based services.

We're excited to offer a unique opportunity for a full-time pharmacy technician to collaborate closely with our clinical pharmacist and trainee pharmacy technician. This role presents a chance for the right candidate to not only contribute significantly to the hospital's pharmacy services but also to evolve and thrive within our growing institution.

Main duties of the job
If you're a Pharmacy professional eager to be part of an innovative, youthful, and vibrant organization, this role promises an engaging journey. Your role will be part of a cohesive team consisting of a Lead Pharmacist, a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist, and an experienced Pharmacy Technician. Together, you'll oversee the entirety of Medicines Management, covering prescribing, dispensing, risk management, governance, ordering, and supply. Moreover, you'll actively engage in training, continuous improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and ensure that service performance consistently meets the highest standards.

About us
An award-winning hospital, Sulis Hospital is widely recognised as one of the finest in the country. Sulis became a part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in June 2021, making it one of the first independent hospitals owned by an NHS Trust, offering private, insured, and NHS healthcare services. We empower our teams to be the best they can be, fostering a culture that enhances the quality of people's lives through exceptional care. We are proud to have received an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission for 'Caring,' reflecting the compassionate nature of our people. With modern facilities and strong clinical leadership, Sulis Hospital in Bath provides an opportunity for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference and gain a diverse range of experiences.

We welcome both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of specialisms from Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General surgery, ENT, Urology, Vascular and many others.

Job responsibilities
Full Time 37.5 hours

This role requires DBS clearance.

Embark on an enriching journey with Sulis Hospital Bath and be a vital part of shaping the future of our Pharmacy services.

Applications will be assessed and responded to as they are received. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if sufficient applications are received.

Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ3 and BTEC or equivalent in
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Registered Pharmacy Technician
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Willingness to undertake appropriate pharmacy accreditations as part of career progression
• Experience of working in a dispensary based environment
• Previous experience of working in a UK hospital.

Desirable

• Accredited checking technician
• Accredited medicines management technician.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

We are an equal opportunities employer.