Pharmacy Technician: Lead Dispensary & Patient Care

Boots UK; Preston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption?

Flexible benefits scheme including buy

Access to counselling

CPD Days and protected learning time

GPhC/PSNI/PSI Fees reimbursed

Job summary

Boots UK seeks a registered Pharmacy Technician to contribute to a fast-paced, highly regulated dispensing environment, supporting Boots stores nationwide and ensuring best outcomes for patients.

You will work with pharmacists and the DSP team to uphold governance, patient safety, and high-quality dispensing standards, while pursuing continuous improvement and adherence to SOPs. Training and development opportunities are available within Boots.

Qualifications

• Registered with the relevant pharmacy regulator (GPhC, PSNI, PSI).
• A genuine excitement 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.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe and accurate dispensing of prescriptions within a high-volume dispensing environment.
• Provide professional support to Boots stores across the UK, responding to operational and dispensing-related queries.
• Assist in maintaining service levels and communicate effectively with stores regarding any delays or issues.
• Ensure patient safety remains at the forefront of all activities.
• Support compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), governance requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Work collaboratively with Pharmacists and the wider DSP team to deliver an efficient and high-quality dispensing service.
• Carry out final accuracy checking duties where appropriately qualified and accredited.
• Support stock management, workflow optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Ensure all activities are completed in line with Clinical Governance principles and regulatory requirements.

Skills

GPhC registered

Coaching & leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Patient care focus

Pharmacy systems

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Boots UK seeks a registered Pharmacy Technician to contribute to a fast-paced, highly regulated dispensing environment, supporting Boots stores nationwide and ensuring best outcomes for patients.

You will work with pharmacists and the DSP team to uphold governance, patient safety, and high-quality dispensing standards, while pursuing continuous improvement and adherence to SOPs. Training and development opportunities are available within Boots.