Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician

Rowlands Pharmacy (Phoenix Medical Supplies); Runcorn; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medicash

iTrent Financial Wellbeing

Access to High Street discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Accredited Training Programmes

Job summary

Rowlands Pharmacy (Phoenix Medical Supplies) in Runcorn is seeking an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician to join a fast-paced centralised dispensing team. You will conduct final checks and support safe patient care while working with automated systems.

The role requires GPhC registration, NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services, and prior dispensing experience. A strong focus on accuracy and deadlines, with excellent teamwork, is essential for success.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent) and GPhC registration as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience working in a dispensing environment.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws, standards, and safe dispensing practices.

Responsibilities

• Final Accuracy Checking of dispensed prescriptions to ensure patient safety.
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance with GPhC/NHS standards.
• Operational efficiency through use of automated dispensing systems and streamlined workflows.
• Stock & Inventory Control including rotation, audits and cost control.
• Team Support & Development through training and delegation to dispensers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient safety focus

Prioritisation under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent) and GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician

Tools

Automated dispensing systems

Job description

Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician
Runcorn
HOURS/WORKING PATTERN Monday to Friday 16:30 - 01:00 40hrs per week
PAY RATE £16.11ph
Join a fast-paced, innovative Centralised Dispensing team where accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of what we do. As an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician, you'll play a vital role in delivering safe and efficient patient care while working with advanced automated systems and a supportive, high-performing team.
The heart of the role

• Final Accuracy Checking – Conduct thorough final checks on all dispensed prescriptions to ensure patient safety and eliminate errors.
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance – Maintain full compliance with GPhC, NHS, and statutory pharmacy standards at all times.
• Operational Efficiency – Support productivity through effective use of automated dispensing systems and streamlined workflows.
• Stock & Inventory Control – Manage stock rotation, audits, and cost control processes in line with SOPs and business objectives.
• Team Support & Development – Train, mentor, and delegate tasks to dispensers and pharmacy teams to ensure effective operations and skill utilisation.

What makes you tick

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent) and registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC.
• Proven experience working as a Pharmacy Technician within a dispensing environment.
• Strong, up-to-date understanding of pharmacy laws, standards, and safe dispensing practices.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and patient safety.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• 22 days (pro rata) paid annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service
• Medicash- a health cash program to assist with day-to-day healthcare costs, such as eyecare or prescriptions
• iTrent Financial Wellbeing - a financial wellbeing application which allows for flexible control of your finances
• Access to High Street discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Accredited Training Programmes available (Education paid for by the company via the Apprenticeship Scheme)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received