Role:
Senior Pharmacy Assistant - Aseptics
Location:
Leaders in Oncology Care (LOC), London
Hours:
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday or, rotating with expectations to participate in an on call rota
Contract Type:
Permanent
Salary:
Competitive Depending on Experience (with excellent benefits)
We're looking for a Senior Pharmacy Assistant to join our Aseptics team at our Leaders in Oncology Care site currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC.
Our flagship outpatient centre in Central London, currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC, is dedicated to carrying out innovative, day-case cancer treatment. It's fully equipped to deliver a range of cancer treatments in calm and comfortable surroundings.
As a Senior Pharmacy Assistant you will assist in the daily running of a safe and effective pharmacy aseptic service whilst maintaining the highest standards of patient-focused care. You will liaise with Medical, Nursing & other members of the multidisciplinary staff involved in the care of patients, members of the LOC & Pharmacy staff from other HCA Hospitals.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What You'll Bring
* NVQ 2 in Pharmacy Services (desirable)
* 5 x GCSE pass Grade C or above incl. Math's and English or equivalent
* Experience of working within a hospital Aseptic unit
* Strong communication skills
* IT literate and able to use Microsoft Office
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.
Benefits
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. As a Senior Pharmacy Assistant within Patient Services you'll be eligible for:
* 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.