Band 4 Locum Pharmacy Technician

Pulse Healthcare; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Bromsgrove is seeking a dedicated Band 4 Locum Pharmacy Technician. The role involves dispensing medications, managing accurate records, and providing pharmaceutical care. Ideal candidates should possess an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification and GPhC registration. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as well as prior experience in a pharmacy setting. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate between £15 - £17, providing an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or relevant certification required.
• Registration with GPhC as a pharmacy technician necessary.
• Previous experience in a hospital or community pharmacy setting expected.
• Valid driving license and business insurance mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing medications and providing pharmaceutical care.
• Managing and maintaining accurate records of medications.
• Assisting with the preparation of prescriptions.
• Providing advice and support to patients and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Good organizational skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or Qualified Pharmacy Technician

Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Job description

Band 4 Locum Pharmacy Technician - Bromsgrove

Bromsgrove

Role: Locum Pharmacy Technician

Banding: Band 4

Location: Bromsgrove

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Rate: £15 - £17 per hour

Working hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 09:00AM – 17:30PM (37.5 hours per week)

About the role:

The Pharmacy team at Pulse is currently seeking a dedicated and professional Band 4 Pharmacy Technician to join our team in Bromsgrove. This is a full-time position, offering a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

You will be dispensing medications and providing pharmaceutical care to patients. You will be managing and maintaining accurate records of medications. You will be assisting with the preparation of prescriptions and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You will be providing advice and support to patients and healthcare professionals.

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.
  • Previous experience in a hospital or community pharmacy setting.
  • Must hold a valid driving license and have business insurance.
• 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.

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.