Band 6 - Locum ACT Clinical Pharmacy Technician

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

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Locum ACT Clinical Pharmacy Technician to provide clinical pharmacy services at Westcliff-on-Sea. The role involves accredited checking of prescriptions, medication therapy management, and supporting pharmacy operations. Candidates must be registered with the GPHC and have at least 2 years of NHS hospital pharmacy experience. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £23 - £29 and requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC) as a pharmacy technician.
• Minimum of 2 years’ post-registration NHS hospital pharmacy experience.
• Experienced ACT technician with medicines management training.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services, including accredited checking of prescriptions.
• Support the dispensary and manage medication therapy.
• Educate and train junior staff.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Good organizational skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Education

Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC)

Minimum of 2 years’ post-registration NHS hospital pharmacy experience

Job description

Band 6 - Locum ACT Clinical Pharmacy Technician - Westcliff-on-Sea

Role: Locum ACT Clinical Pharmacy Technician
Banding: Band 6
Location: Westcliff-on-Sea
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full time, Monday- Friday, 09:00am-17:30pm
Rate: £23 - £29 per hour

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Locum ACT Clinical Pharmacy Technician to join our team in Westcliff-on-Sea. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive clinical pharmacy services, including accredited checking of prescriptions, supporting the dispensary, and ensuring the safe and effective use of medications. This role is essential in maintaining high standards of patient care and supporting the pharmacy team.

Duties and Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for providing clinical pharmacy services, including accredited checking of prescriptions, supporting the dispensary, and managing medication therapy. You will work closely with the pharmacy team to ensure the safe and effective use of medications, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and provide technical advice and support to healthcare staff. Your role will also involve educating and training junior staff and contributing to the overall efficiency of the pharmacy services.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience/Knowledge:
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC) as a pharmacy technician.
• Minimum of 2 years’ post-registration NHS hospital pharmacy experience.
• Experienced ACT (Accredited Checking Technician) technician with medicines management training will be considered
• Experience in clinical pharmacy services
• 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.

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