Pharmacy Technician

Boots Opticians; Ryde; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community pharmacy in Ryde is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to deliver patient-centered care and lead a dedicated pharmacy team. This role involves providing expert advice, managing operational tasks, and ensuring patient safety. The candidate should be registered with the GPhC and willing to undergo training. Excellent communication and a passion for coaching are essential. Competitive benefits include training opportunities and staff discounts.

Benefits

Fully funded training

GPhC fees reimbursed

Annual bonus scheme

CPD days

Generous staff discount

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC.
• Willing to complete the 6-week training course.
• Desire to deliver outstanding patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to patients about medicines.
• Build relationships with the pharmacy team.
• Assist with the triage of patients.

Skills

Expert advice to patients

Coaching and inspiring pharmacy team

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Motivated to improve services

Ability to use pharmacy systems

Education

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with GPhC

Completion of the 6-week training course

Job description

Job Description

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 with checking capability you will play a key role in leading the pharmacy team to provide a service that our patients can trust. 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.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert, tailored advice to patients about available medicines, products or Macmillan Cancer Support.
• Delivering various services depending 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.
• Managing 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Desired

• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability – however this is not essential as training will be given.

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.

Location & Hours

Store: Boots, Ryde – PO33 2HW. Hours: 30 hours per week, weekdays and weekends with 2 Saturdays per month. The pharmacy handles approximately 600 items daily with a team of 5 dispensers and a pharmacist. This role requires a DBS/PVG check in certain locations.

Application Process

If your application is successful, our in‑house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and answer any initial questions you have. If you have been unsuccessful, we will notify you by email. To apply, please contact Renaldo Sinanan at [e-mail] or call 07811 770080. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis. 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.