Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician

Rowlands Pharmacy (Phoenix Medical Supplies); Runcorn; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Medicash health plan

iTrent Financial Wellbeing

High street discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension

Apprenticeship Training

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 perform final accuracy checks and ensure patient safety while working with automated systems.

The role requires GPhC registration and NVQ Level 3, with experience in dispensing and a strong understanding of pharmacy laws. Benefits include generous leave, a pension, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent) and GPhC registration.
• Proven experience working as a Pharmacy Technician within a dispensing environment.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws, standards and safe dispensing practices.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on patient safety.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Final Accuracy Checking – conduct thorough final checks on all dispensed prescriptions to ensure patient safety.
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance – maintain full compliance with GPhC, NHS, and statutory standards.
• Operational Efficiency – support productivity through automated dispensing systems and streamlined workflows.
• Stock & Inventory Control – manage stock rotation, audits and cost control per SOPs.
• Team Support & Development – train, mentor and delegate tasks to dispensers and pharmacy teams.

Skills

Dispensing experience

Attention to detail

Regulatory knowledge

Work under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

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.

Our benefits

• 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