Dispensary Specialist Pharmacy Technician – Band 4

Croydon Health Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in London is seeking a Specialist Pharmacy Technician to join its Dispensary Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing technical support, maintaining stock control, and offering patient counseling. Candidates should hold a BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science and an NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services, with a commitment to patient-focused service and excellent interpersonal skills. Work includes training junior staff and participating in late duty and weekend shifts.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Experience in community or hospital pharmacy preferred.
• Willingness to contribute to late duty and weekend working.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the dispensary including dispensing prescriptions.
• Maintain high standards of stock control and rotation.
• Assist in training junior staff such as trainee pharmacists.
• Counsel patients on their medications.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Patient-focused service commitment

Education

BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science

NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Job description

A healthcare organization in London is seeking a Specialist Pharmacy Technician to join its Dispensary Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing technical support, maintaining stock control, and offering patient counseling. Candidates should hold a BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science and an NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services, with a commitment to patient-focused service and excellent interpersonal skills. Work includes training junior staff and participating in late duty and weekend shifts.