Hospital Pharmacy Technician: 24h Part-Time Role

Circle Health Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies

Non-contributory life insurance

Staff engagement hub

Wellbeing resources

Employee recognition programmes

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

The Meriden Hospital in Coventry, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy department. This is a part-time role for 24 hours a week with a flexible shift pattern.

Responsibilities include dispensing, supplying to wards and theatres, and maintaining stock while adhering to legal standards. Eligible candidates must be registered with the GPhC, hold NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills, and have hospital pharmacy experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (or equivalent qualification).
• Experience working in a hospital or healthcare pharmacy setting.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and prepare medicines accurately in accordance with prescriptions and legal requirements.
• Supply medications to wards, theatres, and outpatient departments, ensuring safe and timely distribution.
• Participate in ward-based activities, including stock top-ups, medicines reconciliation, and patient counselling (within scope).
• Maintain appropriate levels of stock across all areas of the pharmacy and clinical units.
• Adhere to all relevant policies, procedures, and legislation, including GPhC standards, health and safety, and infection prevention.
• Communicate effectively with pharmacy colleagues, nursing staff, consultants, and patients.
• Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills

GPhC registration

Job description

The Meriden Hospital in Coventry, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy department. This is a part-time role for 24 hours a week with a flexible shift pattern.

Responsibilities include dispensing, supplying to wards and theatres, and maintaining stock while adhering to legal standards. Eligible candidates must be registered with the GPhC, hold NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills, and have hospital pharmacy experience.