Job overview

SDH Developments Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary company of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, provides pharmacy services to patients and visitors attending the Outpatients Department at Torbay Hospital. These services continue to develop, and we are now looking for a Dispensary operations manager who is already a qualified accuracy checking technician to join our team.

In this role you will be responsible for the day to day operations of the Outpatients pharmacy at Torbay hospital, reporting directly to the superintendent pharmacist. This will include organisation of staffing rotas, leading, motivating and guiding the dispensary team to ensure all operational tasks are completed, supporting the team to deliver first class patient service. As an   Accuracy Checking Technicians you will also be required to undertake a final accuracy check on prescriptions to support with the checking rota.

You will be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. You will have excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills, and be an effective team player.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is recognised at a national level as a progressive and successful organisation. The primary objectives of this outpatient pharmacy are to improve patient safety, improve the patient experience, and to allow further investment in healthcare facilities in South Devon.

Main duties of the job

• As a dispensary operations manager you will be responsible for the day to day operations of the Outpatients pharmacy at Torbay hospital, reporting directly to the superintendent pharmacist.
• This will include organisation of staffing rotas, leading, motivating and guiding the dispensary team to ensure all operational tasks are completed, supporting the team to deliver first class patient service.
• You will also be required to support with the line management of the dispensary team and deputise for the superintendent at meetings if necessary.
• As an   Accuracy Checking Technicians you will also be required to undertake a final accuracy check on prescriptions to support with the checking rota.

Working for our organisation

‘ If you are looking for a challenging role in which to develop your skills, and knowledge in a fast paced environment where no two days are ever the same then this post will provide an excellent opportunity for you’

SDH Developments Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary company of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, provides pharmacy services to patients and visitors attending the Outpatients Department at Torbay Hospital. These services continue to develop, and we are now looking for a Dispensary operations manager who is already a qualified accuracy checking technician to join our team.

Why work with us -  Torbay Hospital  provides acute care for the local community, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.