Band 4/5/6 Locum Pharmacy Technician – Coventry

Pulsejobs.com; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated Locum Pharmacy Technician to join their team. The role involves preparing and dispensing injectable chemotherapy and ensuring the highest aseptic standards. Ideal candidates will have GPhC registration and experience in NHS environments. This temporary position offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to work with a professional team in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• GPhC registered as a pharmacy technician.
• Experience in aseptic and dispensing injectable chemotherapy.
• Prior NHS experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense injectable chemotherapy.
• Maintain aseptic techniques to ensure a sterile environment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for medication delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Job description

Role: Locum Pharmacy Technician
Banding: Band 4/5/6
Location: Coventry
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Minimum of 3 months, with potential extension to 6-12 months depending on individual performance and workload requirements.
Rate: £15 – £29 per hour
Working hours: Full-time, (Monday – Friday, 08:00AM or 08:30AM to 17:00 PM)

The Pharmacy team at Pulse is seeking a dedicated and skilled Pharmacy Technician with experience in aseptic and the ability to dispense injectable chemotherapy. The ideal candidate will be GPhC registered and have prior NHS experience, although this is desirable rather than essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

You will prepare and dispense injectable chemotherapy. You will ensure aseptic techniques are followed to maintain a sterile environment. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and timely medication delivery. You will maintain accurate records and documentation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience/Knowledge:
  • NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or Qualified Pharmacy Technician with relevant certification.
  • Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a pharmacy technician.
  • Experience in aseptic and dispensing injectable chemotherapy.
  • Prior NHS experience is desirable.
• Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients and healthcare professionals.
  • Good organizational skills to manage workload and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Why work with Pulse?

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Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.