Pharmacy Technician

Pulse Healthcare; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Birmingham is looking for a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to assist in the preparation and dispensing of medications, manage stock levels, and provide patient care. Candidates must have an NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent, along with experience working as a Pharmacy Technician. The role offers a competitive rate of £16 - £20 per hour for a duration of 8 weeks with standard working hours of Monday to Friday. This position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to patient well-being in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification is mandatory.
• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Experience of ward-based work is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacy team in delivering high-quality care.
• Assist with preparation and dispensing of medications.
• Manage stock levels and provide customer service.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Job description

Band 5 - Pharmacy Technician - Birmingham

Birmingham, West Midlands

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician
Banding: Band 5
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Start: ASAP
Duration: 8 weeks
Rate: £16 - £20 per hour
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 4:30pm, 37.5 hours per week

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician ACT to join our client's team in Birmingham. This role involves supporting the pharmacy team in delivering high-quality care to patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the preparation and dispensing of medications, managing stock levels, and providing excellent customer service. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to the well‑being of our patients.

What will your responsibilities be:

• Accredited Checking Technician ACT based in the intermediate care units at Ann Marie Howes, Perry Trees, and CU27, plus providing cover for the dispensaries at Moseley Hall and West Heath Pharmacies.
• Medicines reconciliation.
• Checking patients' own drugs.
• Assessments for self‑administration.
• Managing stocks.
• Arranging for prescriptions to be written.
• Liaising with community pharmacy.
• Accuracy checking pharmacist prescribing.
• Dispensing and checking the accuracy of others' dispensing.
• Answering enquiries.
• Placing orders with suppliers.

Qualifications and Experience:

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification
• Previous experience working as a Pharmacy Technician
• Experience of ward‑based work
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

How to apply?

If you feel your expertise is suited to this role, please apply today and our specialist team will be in touch to discuss it with you in more detail.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

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 prioritise 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.