Accuracy Checking Technician- Remote (Weekends)

Pharmacy2U Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Sick pay

CPD and training

Employee discounts

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

Pharmacy2U Ltd is seeking an Accuracy Checking Technician for a 12-month fixed-term contract with remote working. The role involves checking prescriptions, supporting the dispensary team, and maintaining high accuracy in a fast-paced online pharmacy environment.

You must hold ACT accreditation or a Pharmacy Technician qualification with ACT and be registered with the GPhC. It is a part-time weekend role, with Saturday and Sunday shifts, 10am–4:30pm. DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• ACT qualification or Pharmacy Technician with ACT accreditation.
• Registered with the GPhC.
• Experience in a pharmacy environment (online or dispensing).
• Excellent attention to detail in a regulated environment.
• Proficiency with IT systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Dispense all received prescriptions in line with daily operational requirements.
• Support the clinical team with day-to-day dispensary activities.
• Follow P2U dispensary operating procedures and maintain high dispensing quality and accuracy.
• Adhere to all legal, regulatory, ethical, and company requirements.
• Work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Achieve individual and team targets to support business objectives.
• Take ownership of prescription labelling and accuracy checks.
• Communicate issues or improvements to pharmacy colleagues.

Skills

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Communication skills

Education

Pharmacy Technician qualification with ACT accreditation

Job description

Role: Accuracy Checking Technician - FTC

Location: Remote

Salary: £ 16.00 per hour

Contract type: 12 month Fixed Term Contract (Nov 2026 to Nov 2027)

Employment type: Part time

Working hours: Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4:30pm

Do you want to work for the nation's largest online pharmacy ensuring excellence for all our patients? We're a market leader in the pharmacy world, with 25 years' experience, helping over 1.8 million patients in England manage their NHS prescriptions from request through to delivery. We are Great Place to Work certified as we consider colleague experience a top priority every day, and as a certified B Corp we also meet high standards of social and environmental responsibility. Our people are fundamental to our success and ensuring we achieve our vision to be a world leading, patient-centric digital healthcare provider. We are committed to continuing to develop a positive, open and honest working environment for all.

As an ACT, you'll play a vital role in ensuring every prescription is dispensed accurately, safely and on time. Working in a fast-paced pharmacy environment, you'll be responsible for checking dispensed items, maintaining high standards of quality and compliance, and helping the team meet key service and performance targets.

You’ll work closely with pharmacy colleagues to spot opportunities for improvement, promote best practice and help keep dispensary operations running safely and efficiently.

Why you'll love working with us

We believe great people deserve great support. That's why we offer a benefits package designed to look after your health, finances, career and life outside work.

Financial security & rewards

• Competitive contributory pension
• Occupational sick pay
• Long-service awards and refer-a-friend bonuses
• Professional registration fees covered (GPhC, NMC, CIPD and more)
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (subject to eligibility)

Family-friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible hybrid working to help balance work and home life

Health & wellbeing

• Private healthcare insurance at discounted rates (Aviva)
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house mental health support
• Access to discounted gym memberships via Blue Light Card and benefits schemes
• Regular health and wellbeing initiatives

Career growth

• Strong commitment to CPD, training and professional development

Time off & flexibility

• 25 days' annual leave, increasing with service
• Buy and sell holiday scheme

Everyday perks & exclusive discounts

• Blue Light Card and employee discount platform
• Exclusive discounts at The Springs, Leeds
• 25% off health & beauty purchases
• 25% off Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor services

Culture & community

• Regular social events throughout the year

What you'll be doing?

• Dispense all received prescriptions in line with daily operational requirements.
• Support the clinical team with day-to-day dispensary activities.
• Follow P2U dispensary operating procedures and maintain high standards of dispensing quality and accuracy.
• Adhere to all legal, regulatory, ethical, professional, and company requirements.
• Work effectively within a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Achieve individual and team performance targets to support business objectives.
• Take ownership of prescription labelling and accuracy checks.
• Ensure appropriate quality control measures are followed and communicate any issues or improvements to pharmacy colleagues.
• Collaborate with teams across the business, including Customer Service, Purchasing, Operations, and Pharmacists.
• Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support operational efficiency.

Who are we looking for?

• Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) qualification, or Pharmacy Technician qualification with ACT accreditation.
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Previous experience working in a pharmacy environment, including community, online, or dispensing pharmacy settings.
• Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to maintain high levels of accuracy in a regulated environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Confident using IT systems and able to quickly learn new technologies and processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate-level Excel skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve shared goals and service standards.
• Demonstrates initiative, a proactive approach to problem solving, and a commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

Applicants must prove they have the right to live in the UK.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.