Band 5 Pharmacy Technician IM&T

NHS; Romford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Romford is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join their IM&T Services team. In this role, you will support the Chief Pharmacy Technician in managing pharmacy computer systems and training staff. The position offers a dynamic work environment across multiple hospital sites, aiming to improve healthcare delivery. A commitment to staff development is emphasized, making this an excellent opportunity for professional growth.

Benefits

Development opportunities

London Living Wage

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a UK Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Pharmacy Technician in managing Pharmacy Computer Systems.
• Train staff in the use of Pharmacy systems and data.
• Support in pharmacy dispensary as required.

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced pharmacy technician to take up the role of Pharmacy Technician IM&T Services working across site at Queens Hospital Romford and King Geroge Hospital Goodmayes.We deliver our services across three main sites at Barking, Queen's and King George Hospitals. Our main sites, Queen's Hospital in Romford and King George Hospital in Goodmayes are in excellent locations less than 30 minutes from central London.The post holder will support the Chief Pharmacy Technician in managing the maintenance and monitoring of the Pharmacy Computer Systems and other information management and technology systems (i.e. automated cabinets, Internal and External Reporting software/systems, Prescription Tracking system remote temperature monitoring system etc.) including supporting Pharmacy robots and Purchasing Software (PowerGate) used by the pharmacy service. Training staff in the correct use and understanding of Pharmacy systems and data to provide/support the service and beyond. Support in pharmacy dispensary as required dispensing and checking.You will be joining an organisation committed to your development and one of the five Trusts across the country chosen by NHS Improvement to partner with the Virginia Mason Institute. Join us in shaping our services and make a difference

Main duties of the job

Support the Chief Pharmacy Technician in manages the maintenance and monitoring of the Pharmacy Computer Systems and other information management and technology systems (i.e. automated cabinets, Internal and External Reporting software/systems, Prescription Tracking system remote temperature monitoring system etc.) including supporting Pharmacy robots and Purchasing Software (PowerGate) used by the pharmacy service. Trains staff in the correct use and understanding of Pharmacy systems and data to provide/support the service and beyond. Support in pharmacy dispensary as required dispensing and checking.

About us

We're an organisation that is getting better and betterand ourimprovements are driven by a determination to deliver care we're proud of and our patients are happy with. We're no longer in special measures; we've opened two new theatres at our Elective Surgical Hub in King George Hospital (KGH); and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive, has been named the top CEO by the Health Service Journal.

We operate from two main sites - KGH in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We have two busy emergency departments with more than 330,000 people visiting them last year. We're campaigning to secure the £35m we need to transform the A&E at Queen's and get rid of corridor care.

Our patients are benefitting from our Women's Health Hub in Ilford; an Ageing Well Centre in Hornchurch; and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital and at St George's Health and Wellbeing Hub in Hornchurch.

These CDCs are open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week and are providing an extra 88,000 scans a year.

The majority of our 8,000 staff - who come from 146 different countries - live in the three diverse London boroughs we serve and are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. Many can work flexibly and more than 400 of them are on our Ofsted accredited apprenticeship programmes. We're proud to be a London Living Wage employer.

We're looking forward to introducing an electronic patient record that will be transformative for our staff and beneficial for our patients.

Details Date posted

17 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year Per Annum Inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

162-6979-AV-B

Job locations

Queen's Hospital

Romford

RM7 0AG

Job description Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Amanda Vickers, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5926. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Job description Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Amanda Vickers, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5926. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a UK Pharmacy Technician

Skills/Knowledge Desirable

• Understanding of the importance of Data Protection and Caldicott Principles

Experience/Knowledge Essential

• Use and maintenance of personal computer systems and peripherals
• Knowledge of CMM system management

Desirable

• Experience of using EPMA/EPR systems
• Good knowledge of cyber security and IT network systems

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a UK Pharmacy Technician

Skills/Knowledge Desirable

• Understanding of the importance of Data Protection and Caldicott Principles

Experience/Knowledge Essential

• Use and maintenance of personal computer systems and peripherals
• Knowledge of CMM system management

Desirable

• Experience of using EPMA/EPR systems
• Good knowledge of cyber security and IT network systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Queen's Hospital

Romford

RM7 0AG

Employer's website

https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Queen's Hospital

Romford

RM7 0AG

Employer's website

https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)