Hospital Pharmacy Technician (9-Month Contract) – Ward Support

Meeveem Limited; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Family discounts

Life insurance

Wellbeing resources

Training and development

Job summary

Circle Health Group seeks a Pharmacy Technician for Mount Alvernia Hospital in Guildford. This 22.5-hour per week fixed-term contract supports ward and discharge activities, with emphasis on accurate dispensing and safe medicine use.

Applicants must be GPhC registered, hold NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills, and have hospital pharmacy experience. SACT experience is required and a flexible shift pattern is expected.

Qualifications

• GPhC registration is required and must be current.
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a hospital or healthcare pharmacy setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and prepare medicines accurately in line with prescriptions and regulations.
• Supply medications to wards, theatres, and outpatient departments.
• Support discharge planning with take-home meds and care continuity.
• Participate in ward-based activities, including stock management and patient counselling (within scope).
• Collaborate with pharmacists and nursing teams to ensure safe medicine use at ward level.
• Identify and help reduce medication waste through stock rotation and clear communication.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

SACT experience

Education

GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills

Job description

Circle Health Group seeks a Pharmacy Technician for Mount Alvernia Hospital in Guildford. This 22.5-hour per week fixed-term contract supports ward and discharge activities, with emphasis on accurate dispensing and safe medicine use.

Applicants must be GPhC registered, hold NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills, and have hospital pharmacy experience. SACT experience is required and a flexible shift pattern is expected.