Pharmaceutical Technician

Vangmayi Ltd; Seaham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A community pharmacy provider in Seaham is seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Technician to join their team. This full-time, permanent position involves assisting in dispensing medications, providing expert advice to customers, and maintaining accurate medication records. The successful candidate will have at least one year of community pharmacy experience, a Pharmacy degree, and a passion for customer care. Competitive salary of £25,000 to £33,000, along with various benefits including pension contributions and training for career progression.

Benefits

Pension contributions

20 days holidays plus bank holidays

Sick pay

Training for career progression

Company pension

UK visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in community pharmacy.
• Strong knowledge of drug names and pharmaceutical terminology.
• Ability to coach and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in dispensing medications.
• Check prescriptions for legality and accuracy.
• Provide counselling to customers on prescription medicines.

Skills

Customer care

Pharmaceutical knowledge

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs/S grades or equivalent

Undergraduate degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Job description

Are you passionate about patient care and delivering the best clinical services? We are run multiple Independent Community Pharmacies in Sunderland and providing a caring and professional service to our local community. We are urgently looking for a like‑minded and experienced pharmaceutical Technicians to join our team.

Pharmaceutical Technicians play a key role in delivering safe and effective services to the local community.

About the opportunity

From providing customers with expert advice, to supplying a prescription service that exceeds their expectations, you’ll be providing a real personable service that our customers can trust.

You are key to helping us change for the better and making a real difference in the local community. Whether it's the services we offer, helping to get the best out of your team or our approach to legendary customer care.

Your main duties will include:

• Assist pharmacists in dispensing medications and maintaining accurate medication records.
• Check received prescriptions for legality and accuracy
• Prepare drugs and medicines under the supervision of pharmacist
• Label and check medicines for dispensing
• Maintain patient records accurately on the PMR
• Provide counselling to customers on the use of prescription medicines and over the counter medicines
• Maintain adequate stock by following a good stock control and management process.
• Ensure all controlled drugs are handled in line with the legislation under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Manage the work‑flow in an efficient way.
• Maintain inventory of medications and supplies, restocking as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
• Complete professional on‑job training under the supervision of the pharmacist.

What you’ll need to have

• GCSEs/S grades or the equivalent
• An undergraduate degree or equivalent level of study in Pharmacy (Non‑UK undergraduate degree with ENIC Compatibility statement can be considered)
• Previous proven community pharmacy working experience for at least 1 year
• A passion for customer care
• Ability to coach and lead the Dispensary team
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology, drug names, and calculations.
• Able to work as part of a busy team

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £25,000 – £33,000 per annum.
• Pension contributions
• 20 days holidays plus bank holidays (Full Time)
• Sick pay
• Training for career progression

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Alternate Weekends

Ability to commute/relocate

Location: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Expected hours

37.5 per week

Benefits

• Company pension
• UK visa sponsorship

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience

Pharmacy: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location

In person