Advanced Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary - Peterborough | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Cambridgeshire is seeking a qualified Pharmacy Technician to join their dynamic team at Peterborough City Hospital. In this role, you will work in a technician-led environment, ensuring safe dispensing of medications while collaborating closely with the Dispensary Manager. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced setting, contributing to high-quality service for patients.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Pharmacy Technician with ACPT qualification.
• Experience in a pharmacy setting preferred.
• Good communication skills and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Dispensaries Manager to enhance services.
• Ensure safe and accurate dispensing of medications.
• Contribute to continuous service improvements.
• Maintain compliance with pharmacy policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Collaboration

Education

Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician qualification

Job description

Overview

Our Pharmacy Team is Looking for You! We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a qualified Pharmacy Technician to join our dynamic, patient-focused team at Peterborough City Hospital. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to the ongoing development of our high-quality Dispensary Services, working with cutting-edge technology and systems within a technician-led environment.

You will be a committed and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values high standards of care. As an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT), you will bring the expertise needed to maintain a high level of accuracy and professionalism in all aspects of your work.

We are also happy to consider applications from current community pharmacy technicians seeking to expand their skills in a hospital setting.

If you are ready to make an impact in a supportive and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply!

For further information on the role, please contact Melanie Swain, Specialist Pharmacy Technician – Dispensaries at [e-mail].

As a highly motivated Pharmacy Technician, you will be expected to bring excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining precision in all dispensary-related tasks. The role will involve both inpatient and outpatient dispensary services, and you will work closely with the Dispensary Manager to enhance and promote an excellent service for all patients.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the Dispensaries Manager to develop and promote high-quality services for both Inpatient and Outpatient dispensaries.
• Ensuring the safe and accurate dispensing of medications, as well as performing checking duties in line with the highest standards of practice.
• Contributing to continuous service improvements and the effective use of new technologies and systems.
• Maintaining compliance with all pharmacy policies, procedures, and legislation.

Note: The original description included an itemized list; the responsibilities above are consolidated for clarity while preserving the content.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

Benefits

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

Additional Information

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

A detailed job description and person specification will provide you with a full break down of the role.

This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Sep 2025