Pharmacy Technician

The Boots Company PLC; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join a vibrant team in Aylesbury. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care in a community-focused pharmacy environment. With a strong emphasis on professional development and collaboration, you will work closely with experienced pharmacists and a skilled team. The role includes delivering essential NHS and non-NHS services, managing prescription processes, and inspiring your team to provide exceptional care. If you're passionate about pharmacy and want to make a real difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee discount on Boots brands

Double-matched retirement savings plan

GPhC registration fees reimbursed

Competitive holiday entitlement

Enhanced leave benefits

Fully funded services training

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

CPD days and protected learning time

Flexible benefits scheme

Indemnity insurance cover

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 NVQ in Pharmacy Services and GPhC registration.
• Passion for coaching and leading a dispensary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored advice to patients about medicines.
• Assist with patient triage and manage prescription handouts.
• Ensure legal, safe, and ethical decision-making in the pharmacy.

Skills

Pharmacy Services

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Leadership

Patient Care

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Pharmacy Services

Tools

Electronic Prescription Service

Pharmacy Systems

Job description

We are looking for a talented and dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our team in a dynamic and well-supported team in Aylesbury.

Our pharmacy is part of a community-focused, well-established store with a wide range of services that set us apart and make us an ideal place to work.

Work alongside an experienced Pharmacist Store Manager, ACPT, and a skilled team of pharmacy advisors who are committed to delivering top-notch patient care. Strong team culture where collaboration and development are encouraged.

In store we have a comprehensive Service Offering including the following...

NHS Services: Inhaler Technique, Medication Reviews, Flu Vaccinations, Blood Pressure Monitoring, Hypertension Case Finding, Contraception Services, and more.

Non-NHS Services: Seasonal flu vaccinations, private consultations, and more tailored services to meet our patients' needs. Health and Wellbeing: Boots Macmillan Information Pharmacist available for support, COVID-19 lateral flow tests for eligible patients, and emergency contraception.

Accessible location with car parking, including disabled parking and wheelchair access for convenience.

Fully equipped with an Electronic Prescription Service, Prescription Delivery Service, and a Private Consultation Room to enhance patient care and experience.

NHS Prescription Ordering and Urgent Palliative Care Medicines Service for a wide variety of healthcare support.

Ongoing professional development opportunities, with structured support for new services and a focus on career progression.

Shift Pattern:
Monday to Friday - 9.30am to 6pm
Alternate Saturday

This is a full time, 37.5 hour permanent position. Please note you will be required to work every other Saturday and Sunday.

Boots can offer a competitive base salary, heaps of learning & development, progression opportunities, & benefits & rewards such as our sizeable employee discount on Boots brands, Opticians & Hearingcare, double-matched retirement savings plan, GPhC registration fees reimbursed, Competitive holiday entitlement + bank holidays (increasing with length of service) & the option to buy a further 5 days, & Enhanced Mat/Pat/Adoption leave. The list goes on...

To hear more about this great opportunity, contact our Regional Recruitment Partner, Amy Mackley on [e-mail].

Minimum Requirements:
*You must have Level 3 NVQ in Pharmacy Services to be eligible for this position. You must also be registered with the Pharmaceutical council (GPhC) – This is mandatory*.

Our Pharmacy Technicians make a real difference by delivering outstanding patient-centred service to the communities we serve; from triaging patients, to inspiring and coaching the healthcare team, and providing expert technical advice on the supply of medicines.

About the opportunity:
At Boots we are at the forefront of innovation in community pharmacy working in partnership with the NHS, the Government and local communities and as a Pharmacy Technician you will play a key role in leading the pharmacy team to provide a service that our patients can trust. As a Boots Pharmacy Technician with checking capability, you will have plenty of opportunities to develop yourself and progress your career or continue to offer a brilliant service to your local community with ongoing CPD.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert, tailored advice to patients about available medicines, products or Macmillan Cancer Support.
• Delivering various services dependant on the store needs.
• Building great relationships with your pharmacy team; coaching and inspiring them to deliver the highest standard of care.
• Assisting with the triage of patients and distributing prescription handouts.
• Taking ownership for legal, safe and ethical decision-making in the pharmacy.
• Manage operational tasks including replenishing stock, workload management, order fulfilment, receiving and handling controlled drugs whilst ensuring patient safety.
• Evidence of successful completion from a recognised training provider, such as Buttercups. If you do not already hold a formal qualification in accuracy checking, you are required to complete the Boots 6-week Accuracy Checking Programme.

What you’ll need to have:

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and willing to complete our 6-week training course to become qualified to check prescriptions.
• A passion for coaching and leading a dispensary team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Motivation to change things for the better for our teams, customers and patients.
• A desire to deliver services and outstanding patient care.
• Ability to use pharmacy systems and technology.

It would be great if you also have:
Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability – however this is not essential as training will be given.

Our benefits:

• Fully funded services training.
• GPhC fees reimbursed.
• Indemnity insurance cover.
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
• CPD days and protected learning time.
• Development opportunities to enhance your career.
• Generous staff discount.
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption leave pay.
• Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, life assurance, family activity passes and much more.
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan.

We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards.

Why Boots:
At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, it's with you, we change for the better.

What’s next:
If your application is successful, our in-house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have been unsuccessful, we are unfortunately unable to personally contact you, but you will be notified by email.
This role is subject to a DBS/PVG check in certain locations.
Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.
Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.