Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician

Rowlands Pharmacy (Phoenix Medical Supplies); Cambourne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowlands Pharmacy (Phoenix Medical Supplies) is seeking an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge. The role involves participating in the full dispensing process, checking and preparing medication orders, and ensuring safety and accuracy in pharmaceutical handling.

The ideal candidate will be registered with the GPhC, hold an NVQ3, and have completed the final accuracy checking qualification, with prior customer-focused experience.

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• NVQ3 and completed the Final Accuracy Checking Qualification.
• Experience in a customer-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the entire dispensing process.
• Checking and preparing medication orders.
• Ensuring accuracy and safety in handling and distributing pharmaceuticals.
• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers and healthcare professionals.
• Delivering courteous and effective customer service at all times.

Skills

Accuracy checking

Dispensing processes

Customer service

Stock management

Education

GPhC registration

NVQ3

Final accuracy checking qualification

Job description

Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician

Addenbrookes Hospital

Are you a passionate and dedicated pharmacy professional looking to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team?

Our pharmacy is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join us as an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career and expanding your skillset.

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, as well as ongoing training and development opportunities.

Total Working Hours: 40.0hrs

Working Pattern: Mon to Fri

Rate of Pay: £16.53ph

Branch Name: Addenbrooke's

Branch Address: Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Biomedical Campus, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

About our company

At Rowlands, we strive for excellence in everything we do, and put our customers' needs at the forefront of our priorities. Our network of over 400 community pharmacies work tirelessly to support the health and well-being of our communities, every day. By providing accessible and comprehensive health services, we strive to empower individuals to lead longer, healthier, and happier lives. We take great pride in the positive impact we make in the communities we serve.

What your working day will look like;

• Participating in the entire dispensing process
• Checking and preparing medication orders
• Ensuring accuracy and safety in handling and distributing pharmaceuticals
• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers and healthcare professionals
• Delivering courteous and effective customer service at all times.

In addition to dispensing prescriptions, you'll also have the opportunity to:

• Complete and maintain accurate administrative records
• Manage the inventory of pharmaceutical stock and equipment
• Receive, store and issue medications and other supplies
• Monitor expiration dates and ensure adequate stock levels
• Provide healthcare advice and signposting customers to appropriate resources when necessary.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, you must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have an NVQ3 and have completed the additional accuracy checking course in Pharmacy Services. If you are unable to provide us with your Certificate for the FINAL ACCURACY CHECKING QUALIFICATION. Your application will be rejected at this stage. Prior experience in a customer-focused environment is also required.