Posted: 4 May
The role
Bank Pharmacy Assistant | Pharmacy | Chatham | Private Hospital | Adhoc Shifts
Spire Alexandra Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Bank Pharmacy Assistant to join our Pharmacy Department on a bank contract.
At Spire Alexandra Hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of treatments to patients in Medway and the surrounding areas of Kent and the Southeast. Our private hospital has two extensively equipped operating theatres, backed up by an extended recovery unit with 24-hour support.
This is an ad hoc, bank role working on an “as and when required” basis. You will support staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for annual leave, sickness, and other peak times throughout the year.
Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):
Assist the pharmacy team in providing an exemplary pharmacy service to the hospital and its patients, working within your level of competenceContribute to the safe and effective use of medicinesUndertake routine delegated activities accurately and in line with current legislation, professional standards, and Spire Healthcare policies and proceduresPrepare yourself, equipment, materials, and medicines appropriately for specific tasksAccurately dispense medicines according to prescriptions, ensuring all items are checked by a pharmacistPrepare small batches of pre‑packed and/or over‑labelled medicines as required, ensuring pharmacist verificationAccurately record data and information relating to activities and ensure this is passed to the appropriate team member or filed correctlyIdentify and report any significant changes within the pharmacy department or service that may impact patient health and wellbeingWho are we looking for?
Previous experience within a pharmacy department (hospital or community)Strong team‑working skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsHighly numerate and literateAdministrative experience involving checking and monitoring processesAbility to handle sensitive and challenging situations in a professional and supportive mannerBenefits:
Bank colleagues are paid weeklyWe offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leaveSave an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car parkAccess to Spire Healthcare pensionAccess to Blue Light CardFree uniformFree DBSFull induction, including mandatory training updatesOpportunities for further training and progression into permanent postsKnowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire’s specialist Resourcing TeamWe commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
Why Spire Healthcare?
Spire Healthcare is one of the UK’s leading private healthcare providers, renowned for clinical excellence and outstanding patient care. Our people are central to our success, and we are committed to supporting your development, wellbeing and work‑life balance.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
