Band 6 Pharmacy Technician (MMT/Wards)

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

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Band 6 Pharmacy Technician to provide specialized medicines management services in Kettering. The successful candidate will manage medication use, ensure quality patient care, and work closely with healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include conducting medication reviews and training junior staff. The role offers 37.5 hours per week and competitive pay. Interested applicants should possess relevant qualifications and be committed to enhancing pharmacy services.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level III in Pharmacy Services or equivalent required.
• Management qualification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert medicines management services.
• Conduct medication reviews and offer clinical advice.
• Train and assess junior pharmacy staff.

Skills

NVQ Level III in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Management qualification or equivalent experience

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Accredited Checking Technician

Job description

Band 6 Pharmacy Technician (MMT/Wards) - Kettering

Northamptonshire

Job title: Pharmacy Technician ( MMT & Wards) - Kettering
Banding:6
Location:Kettering
Working Hours:37.5 hours per week, 08:30 - 17:00
Start Date:ASAP
Duration:Full time
Rate:£24-27 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 6 Pharmacy Technician (MMT/Wards) to join our team in Kettering, Northamptonshire. This role offers an excellent opportunity to provide specialized medicines management services within a ward-based setting, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The successful candidate will work 37.5 hours per week, from 08:30 to 17:00, and will play a crucial role in optimizing medication use and supporting the pharmacy team.

Responsibilities

As a Band 6 Pharmacy Technician (MMT/Wards), you will be responsible for providing expert medicines management services, including conducting medication reviews and offering clinical advice to healthcare professionals. You will work closely with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare staff to ensure the safe and effective use of medications. Additionally, you will be involved in training and assessing junior pharmacy staff, contributing to the continuous improvement of our pharmacy services.

Qualifications and Experience

• NVQ Level III in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
• Management qualification or equivalent experience and willingness to undertake such a qualification
• NVQ Work Based Assessor
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Accredited Checking Technician (or willingness to undertake)

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 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.