Higher Level Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary

NHS; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Higher-Level Pharmacy Technician to join the NHS in Aylesbury. This role involves managing the dispensary workload and dispensing medications, with full training provided for career development. The position offers flexible working patterns and a supportive environment focused on staff development.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to NHS discount schemes

Health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Previous Hospital Pharmacy Experience required.
• At least two years experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the dispensary workload and dispense medication.
• Organise and plan the supply of medicines to patients.
• Develop and plan section rotas and allocate daily tasks.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

NVQ level 3 or Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services

Registered with GPHC

ACPT Qualification

Leadership or management course

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Higher-Level Pharmacy Technician's to work in the inpatient dispensary, If you are looking for that new and exciting challenge, to develop your leadership and management skills this could be just the role for you.

The Pharmacy team would love to hear from Technicians who would like to expand their skills and knowledge by joining the developing and growing team in this exciting role.

In the heart of Buckinghamshire countryside, the Trust is located conveniently close to London and Oxford. We provide services to three main sites, Wycombe, Amersham and Stoke Mandeville. As a progressive department we continually look to develop our services and are committed to the development of our staff. We fully support CPD.

You will be responsible for managing the dispensary workload, labelling and dispensing medication for Inpatients, Outpatients, Controlled drugs and ensuring staff are supported and trained to provide a safe service for our customers. You will work as part of the wider Pharmacy team to support and develop the pharmacy provision, maximising efficiency and provide excellent patient care.

Full training will be funded and provided by the trust for nationally recognised ACPT and Medicines Optimisation courses.

Main duties of the job

• To dispense inpatient, outpatient and discharge medication using a pharmacy computer and robotic system.
• To dispense controlled drugs, unlicensed, cytotoxic and clinical trials medicines, keeping records according to departmental policy and legal requirements.
• To organise and plan the supply of medicines to patients, wards and departments served by the Trust.
• To develop and plan all section rotas and allocation of daily tasks as appropriate for all staff ensuring these are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• To carry out the final checking of dispensed items. To ensure that the daily stock check is completed and ensure all discrepancies areresolved.
• To ensure good stock management is carried out using JAC report functions.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work!

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.o We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us?o We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.o As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.o Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.What do we stand for?o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.o Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.o Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details Date posted

21 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

434-SCS6684741-D

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital (cross site working)

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Job description Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

Job description Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• NVQ level 3 or Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services
• Registered with GPHC

Desirable

• ACPT Qualification
• NVQ assessor or equivalent
• Leadership or management course
• Good communication, verbal and written

Knowledge and Experience Essential

• Previous Hospital Pharmacy Experience
• At least two years experience

Desirable

• Experience of Audits
• Training other Pharmacy Staff
• Experience of counselling patients
• Able to manage and prioritise own workload
• Work and communicate effectively
• Ability to work alone or in a team
• Experience of previous line management

Skills, Abilities & Knowledgwe Essential

• Ability to work in an organised and calm fashion in a busy environment.
• Be able to work on own initiative and be capable of making decisions.
• Be able to delegate and co-ordinate other staff
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner (verbal and written)
• To be able to recognise limits of own competencies and when to refer and seek advice from colleagues
• To be forward thinking and be able to develop new ideas
• Intermediate keyboard/computer skills
• The ability to identify the need for SOP's and assist in the preparation and implementation of new ones.
• To have a positive attitude and be able to recognise and communicate need for change and be able to participate in change management processes
• To be prepared to develop a good understanding of management issues and be prepared to attend any training sessions necessary for development
• Ability to work to standard operating procedures accurately in a timely fashion

Special Circumstances Essential

• Ability to travel to other sites

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• NVQ level 3 or Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services
• Registered with GPHC

Desirable

• ACPT Qualification
• NVQ assessor or equivalent
• Leadership or management course
• Good communication, verbal and written

Knowledge and Experience Essential

• Previous Hospital Pharmacy Experience
• At least two years experience

Desirable

• Experience of Audits
• Training other Pharmacy Staff
• Experience of counselling patients
• Able to manage and prioritise own workload
• Work and communicate effectively
• Ability to work alone or in a team
• Experience of previous line management

Skills, Abilities & Knowledgwe Essential

• Ability to work in an organised and calm fashion in a busy environment.
• Be able to work on own initiative and be capable of making decisions.
• Be able to delegate and co-ordinate other staff
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner (verbal and written)
• To be able to recognise limits of own competencies and when to refer and seek advice from colleagues
• To be forward thinking and be able to develop new ideas
• Intermediate keyboard/computer skills
• The ability to identify the need for SOP's and assist in the preparation and implementation of new ones.
• To have a positive attitude and be able to recognise and communicate need for change and be able to participate in change management processes
• To be prepared to develop a good understanding of management issues and be prepared to attend any training sessions necessary for development
• Ability to work to standard operating procedures accurately in a timely fashion

Special Circumstances Essential

• Ability to travel to other sites

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital (cross site working)

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital (cross site working)

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)