ACT Pharmacy Technician

Pulse Healthcare; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an experienced ACT Pharmacy Technician for a dispensary role in Shrewsbury, United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will have a background in hospital pharmacy, keen attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. Key responsibilities include performing final checks on dispensed medications, managing inventory, and supporting junior staff. Excellent communication skills and teamwork are essential. Competitive compensation package offered with opportunities to enhance pharmacy services.

Qualifications

• Must have hospital pharmacy experience.
• Commitment to safety is crucial.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform final accuracy checks on dispensed medications.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with pharmacists for high-quality care.
• Manage inventory and assist in medication preparation.
• Support junior pharmacy staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Pharmacy management systems proficiency

Job description

Shropshire

We are seeking a skilled and experienced ACT Pharmacy Technician to join our team in Shrewsbury. This dispensary-based role is ideal for a professional with a passion for patient care and a background in hospital pharmacy. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and safety of medication dispensing, contributing to the efficient operation of the pharmacy, and supporting the healthcare team.

Responsibilities:

As an ACT Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for performing final accuracy checks on dispensed medications, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining accurate records. You will collaborate with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality pharmaceutical care. Your role will include managing inventory, assisting with the preparation of medications, and providing support and guidance to junior pharmacy staff. Additionally, you will participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the pharmacy services.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in using pharmacy management systems

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.