Locum Pharmacy Technician ACT – Birmingham

Pulsejobs.com; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment company is seeking a dedicated Band 5 MMT Pharmacy Technician for an ongoing locum position in Birmingham. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive hourly rate, prepare medications, manage therapy, and provide patient counseling while collaborating with healthcare professionals. Immediate start is available with opportunities to enhance your skills and support patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ post-registration hospital pharmacy experience.
• Qualified Pharmacy Technician with relevant certification.
• Act trained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under supervision.
• Manage medication therapy and ensure accurate distribution.
• Provide patient counseling on medication use.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

Role:Locum MMT Pharmacy Technician
Banding:Band 5
Location:Birmingham
Start Date:ASAP
Duration:Ongoing
Rate:£19 – £22 per hour

The Pharmacy team at Pulse isseeking a dedicated and skilled Band 5 MMT Pharmacy Technician to join our team. This is a full-time position with a competitive hourly rate of £19-£22. The successful candidate will start as soon as possible and the role is ongoing.

Duties and Responsibilities:

You will prepare and dispense medications under the supervision of a pharmacist. You will manage medication therapy and ensure accurate medication distribution. You will provide patient counseling and education on medication use. You will maintain accurate records and manage inventory. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience/Knowledge:
  • NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or Qualified Pharmacy Technician with relevant certification.
  • Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a pharmacy technician.
  • Act trained.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ post-registration hospital pharmacy experience.
  • Previous experience in medicines optimisation and dispensary.
• Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients and healthcare professionals.
  • Good organizational skills to manage workload and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

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.