Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health authority in Wales is seeking a committed Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician to join their team. This role involves working closely with healthcare professionals to manage patient medications and ensure safety in dispensing practices. Required qualifications include a BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences, along with an Accredited Checking Technician certification. The ideal candidate will also have hospital pharmacy experience and leadership skills. This position offers excellent in-house training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous leave

Career growth opportunities

Access to ongoing learning and development

Qualifications

• Must hold an Accredited Checking Technician qualification.
• Experience in hospital pharmacy is essential.
• Basic knowledge of clinical pharmacy practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the ward-based medicines management service.
• Dispense and issue prescriptions at ward level.
• Undertake final checks and release of prescriptions.

Skills

Good communication

Leadership & organisational skills

Welsh Language Speaking/Listening Skills (Level 3 and above)

Education

BTEC Pharmacy Technician or equivalent in pharmaceutical science

NVQ level 3 pharmaceutical sciences

Registered as pharmacy technician with GPhC

Job description

Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician

The closing date is 29 January 2026

This post is fixed term/secondment for 15 months to cover a secondment.

If you are interested in applying for this as a secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

The Medicines Management Directorate has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed registered Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team based at Prince Charles Hospital.

Our Band 5 Technicians are valued members of the multidisciplinary team at ward level and work as ACTs in the automated, Technician led dispensary. You will gain experience across a variety of clinical specialities, working closely with pharmacists and other health care professionals to deliver a high quality, patient focussed medicines management service.

We Are Committed to The Development of The Technician Role and Can Offer Excellent In House Training, where you will be supported and encouraged to further develop yourself.

Applicants must have a BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Equivalent Qualifications to enable them to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council. The successful candidate must also hold an Accredited Checking Technician qualification and be in a position to work towards the Accredited Medicines Management qualification.

We will consider applications from students due to qualify in February 2026.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

The main duties will depend on previous experience but will encompass: Working as an Accredited Checking Technician undertaking the final check and release of prescriptions

• Dispensing and issuing prescriptions both in the department and at ward level
• Participation in the ward based medicines management service undertaking accurate drug histories, assessing patients medication for suitability to use, organising supplies for patients use when in hospital and at discharge and providing advice and counselling to patients ( if not accredited you will be expected to undertake the all Wales qualification to allow you to undertake this aspect of the role)
• Participation in the induction and supervision of new Pharmacy staff and acting as a mentor for junior staff

About us

Cwm Tafannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Personal attributes

• Motivated
• Accept a challenge/ break new ground
• Approachable & professional
• Committed to CPD

Knowledge

• Knowledge of dispensing and checking practices
• Good working knowledge of pharmacy procedures
• Basic knowledge of clinical pharmacy
• Changing role of pharmacy technician
• Up to date knowledge of hospital pharmacy practice

Skills

• Good communication
• Leadership & organisational skills
• Welsh Language Speaking/Listening Skills (Level 3 and above)

Experience

• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Supervisory management experience
• MM experience within pharmacy

Education/Qualifications/ Training

• BTEC Pharmacy Technician or equivalent in pharmaceutical science; NVQ level 3 pharmaceutical sciences; Registered as pharmacy technician with GPhC

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.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board