Outpatient Pharmacy Technician/Checking Technician

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Torquay is seeking a pharmacy technician to join their team. The role involves dispensing medicines, ordering stock, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council and have strong communication and organizational skills. A great opportunity for those looking to work in a supportive community environment.

Qualifications

• You will be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• You are prepared to train as an accuracy checking technician.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medicines for patients.
• Undertake related duties including stock ordering.
• Provide an efficient front of house service.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer service skills

Team player

Education

Qualification as a pharmacy technician

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

Overview

SDH Developments Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary company of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, provides pharmacy services to patients and visitors attending the Outpatients Department at Torbay Hospital. We are looking for a pharmacy technician who is either already qualified as or prepared to train as an accuracy checking technician to join our team.

You will dispense medicines for patients. In addition, you will undertake related duties including ordering and receipt of stock, and be involved in the provision of an efficient and effective 'front of house' service for customers, including the sale of medicines. Accuracy Checking Technicians will also be required to undertake a final accuracy check on prescriptions. You will be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. You will have excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills, and be an effective team player.

About the Trust

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is recognised at a national level as a progressive and successful organisation. The primary objectives of this outpatient pharmacy are to improve patient safety, improve the patient experience, and to allow further investment in healthcare facilities in South Devon.

Responsibilities

As an Outpatient Pharmacy Technician you will dispense medicines for patients. In addition, you will undertake related duties including ordering and receipt of stock, and be involved in the provision of an efficient and effective 'front of house' service for customers, including the sale of medicines. You will also need to provide support in the day to day operation of the pharmacy. Accuracy Checking Technicians will also be required to undertake a final accuracy check on prescriptions.

Why work with us

Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park. Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.