We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our busy and friendly dispensary team at Kingston Hospital.
You will be working alongside an experienced team in a technician-led dispensary on providing a comprehensive dispensary service to a wide range of specialties including surgery, medicine, elderly care, critical care and our community services.
In addition to excellent communication and team-working skills, you must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
We use the skills of our pharmacy staff, working as a team, to provide a high quality, professional pharmacy service to patients. The service is responsive to the needs of patients and is developing the use of IT to improve patient safety and efficiency.
Applications from candidates with either a hospital or community background are welcomed.
Responsibilities
* To supervise the dispensary technical team and oversee the day to day running of the dispensary services.
* Responsible to lead the team and implement changes that benefit the Department.
* Deputise for the Chief Technician for allocated duties in their absence.
* Deputise for the Chief Technician - Dispensary Manager in their absence in supervising the dispensary.
* Responsible for making sure all duties are carried out in a timely manner and deadlines are met.
* Assist in the development and implementation of SOP’s.
* To coordinate and investigate stock checks and discrepancies by completing the daily stock check reports.
* To assist in the induction of new starters and staff rotating through both departments.
Values
* Compassionate – we treat everyone with kindness, understanding and empathy
* Inclusive – we are respectful, fair and open, embracing everyone’s unique contribution
* Collaborative – we work together across our teams and with our partners and are helpful, positive and supportive
* Inspiring – we strive for the best for patients, staff and partners and are always learning and improving
Information
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Apr 2026.
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