Outpatient Pharmacy Technician/Checking Technician

NHS; Torquay; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Torquay is seeking an Outpatient Pharmacy Technician to dispense medicines and support pharmacy operations. Successful candidates will have excellent communication skills and relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services. The role offers a competitive salary range of £27,485 to £37,796 based on qualification and experience, with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand Health & Safety Legislation.
• Experience in pharmacy work, especially checking prescriptions.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medicines for patients.
• Order and receipt of stock.
• Conduct accuracy checks on prescriptions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Outpatient Pharmacy Technician/Checking Technician

The closing date is 08 December 2025

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. These services continue to develop, and we are now looking for a pharmacy technician who is either already qualified or prepared to train as an accuracy checking technician to join our team.

In this role 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.

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.

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

"If you are looking for a challenging role in which to develop your skills and knowledge then this post will provide an excellent opportunity for you."

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. These services continue to develop, and we are now looking for a pharmacy technician to join our team.

Why work with us – Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community, and is a hotspot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.

Job responsibilities

Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.

Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

If you are interested and would like to know more or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Simon Gardner – Superintendent pharmacist on 01803 656011.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal; computer literate.
• Understanding of Health & Safety Legislation and Risk Management.
• Well-developed organisational, time management and planning skills; ability to organise workload and prioritise effectively.
• Quality-oriented; strives for continuous improvement.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Pays attention to detail.
• Methodical, accurate and analytical.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Conscientious, motivated, reliable and resourceful.
• Understanding of the NHS and the role of Pharmacy.

Qualifications & Training

• NVQ Level 3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services (or nationally recognised equivalent qualifications).
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Specific Skills

• Experience of checking complex prescriptions e.g. oncology, paediatrics.

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.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

£27,485 to £37,796 a year – qualification & experience dependent.