Band5/6 – Pharmacy Technician – Hertfordshire

Pulsejobs.com; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare recruitment is seeking dedicated Band 5 and Band 6 Pharmacy Technicians for a role in Hertfordshire. You will be instrumental in providing high-quality pharmaceutical care, working closely with clinical pharmacists to ensure patient safety and effective medication dispensing. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to contribute significantly to patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in dispensing medications in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous experience in drug history taking and patient counselling is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing inpatient, outpatient, and discharge medications.
• Taking comprehensive drug histories and counselling patients.
• Working collaboratively with clinical pharmacists.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPHC

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician
Banding: 5/6
Location: Hertfordshire
Working Hours: 37.5 Hours, Monday – Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Until 31-Mar-25
Rate: £19-£29 per hour

We are seeking dedicated and skilled Band 5 and Band 6 Pharmacy Technicians to join our team in Hertfordshire. This is an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality pharmaceutical care. The successful candidates will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective dispensing of medications, working closely with clinical pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities:
As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for dispensing inpatient, outpatient, and discharge medications. You will take comprehensive drug histories, work collaboratively with clinical pharmacists, and provide counselling to patients. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining the highest standards of pharmaceutical care and ensuring patient safety.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC)
• Experience in dispensing medications in a hospital or clinical setting
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical practices and drug interactions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Previous experience in drug history taking and patient counselling is desirable

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.