Pharmacy Technician

Medacs Healthcare; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly motivated Prison Pharmacy Technician for HMP Chelmsford. In this role, you will deliver expert pharmaceutical care and work collaboratively with the Pharmacy team. The ideal candidate will be a registered Pharmacy Technician who can work autonomously and address the needs of a complex patient population. Join us to make a meaningful impact in secure healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive pay with weekly payroll

Flexible working options

24/7 support

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Referral bonuses

Wellbeing Matters: Care4Carers

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC.
• Ability to work in a secure environment with prison clearance.
• Experience in delivering pharmaceutical care.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and deliver healthcare services to patients.
• Provide pharmacy-related advice tailored to patient needs.
• Develop and implement pharmacy services across all wings.

Skills

Clinical skills

Ability to work autonomously

Collaborative work ethic

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC

NVQ, BTEC or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Prison Pharmacy Technician
Location: HMP Chelmsford
Contract Type: Locum
Job Type: Full-time or Part-time

Job Summary

Medacs Healthcare is looking for a highly motivated Prison Pharmacy Technician to join our team in a secure setting. This is a unique opportunity to deliver expert pharmaceutical care to a complex and diverse patient population, supporting safer prescribing and medicines management in a challenging but rewarding environment.

About You

You're confident, clinically skilled and thrive in environments that demand focus and professionalism. With a passion for improving patient outcomes, you stay calm under pressure and bring order to complexity. You're collaborative, dependable and driven to ensure safe, effective pharmaceutical services. If you're looking for a pharmacy role that makes a real difference, this could be your next step

Key Responsibilities

• The role involves working collaboratively as part of the Pharmacy team to deliver healthcare services, including administering medications to patients.
• The post holder will contribute to providing a high-quality pharmacy service and support medicines management initiatives aimed at reducing health inequalities within the prison setting.
• They will offer pharmacy-related advice and information to patients, prison staff, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring guidance is tailored to individual needs.
• The position requires working independently within the scope of professional competence while serving as a resource and support for less experienced colleagues.
• Additionally, the role includes assisting in the development and implementation of pharmacy services across all residential wings, which may involve advising patients on the correct and safe use of their medication.

Requirements

Essential:

• Registered Pharmacy Technican with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Prison clearance - subject to vetting checks
• NVQ, BTEC or equivalent
• Able to work autonomously

Benefits of Working with Medacs Healthcare

• Competitive pay with weekly payroll
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
• 24/7 support from our dedicated team
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunities across NHS and private sectors
• Referral bonuses and loyalty rewards
• Wellbeing Matters: Access Care4Carers, our employee wellbeing programme

About Medacs Healthcare

Medacs Healthcare is a leading healthcare staffing agency, trusted by the NHS and private sector for over 30 years. We are committed to supporting our pharmacists with flexible opportunities, career development and a supportive working environment.

How to Apply

Make a meaningful impact in secure healthcare. Apply now.

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.