Pharmacy Technician | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a motivated Pharmacy Technician to join their Pharmacy Department. The role involves participation in comprehensive pharmacy services, including near-patient dispensing and training new staff. Applicants should be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. This position allows for progression to Band 5 upon qualification. Applications are welcomed from Trainee Pharmacy Technicians qualifying in summer 2025.

Qualifications

• Ability to participate in comprehensive pharmacy services.
• Experience with near-patient dispensing.
• Knowledge of medicines management across wards.

Responsibilities

• Provide a medicines management service to various wards.
• Work in near-patient dispensing team.
• Liaise with healthcare staff regarding medication discrepancies.
• Provide medication advice to patients.
• Train new staff including Pre-Registration Technicians.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Communication skills

Education

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

An opportunity has arisen within the Pharmacy Department at Southend Hospital for a motivated and enthusiastic pharmacy technician.

We are looking to recruit a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, to join our department. You will actively participate in the delivery of comprehensive pharmacy services to all areas of the department including Dispensary services, Ward services, Procurement, Trials, Homecare, and Oncology services as needed.

You will be a dedicated, hard-working individual who can work under your own initiative and escalate when needed. Attention to detail and organisational skills are essential.

Applicants without ACT qualification will be considered and, if successful, will be paid at Band 4 with progression to Band 5 once ACT qualification is gained.

Applications from Trainee Pharmacy Technicians qualifying in summer 2025 will be considered.

To provide a medicines management service to a wide range of specialty wards across the site.

To work as part of the near-patient dispensing team supplying medication to patients both during their stay and at discharge.

To liaise with doctors and nurses regarding discrepancies with patients' medication to improve patient care.

To provide advice to patients regarding their medication.

To act as a role model and help train new members of staff including Pre-Registration Technicians and Trainee Pharmacists.

To support other services within the pharmacy department including Dispensary, Procurement, Oncology, Trials, and Homecare.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well-being of our patients, and to provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate, and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation, we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

For more information regarding the detailed duties and personal specifications, please read the attached job description document.

We look forward to your application!

This advert closes on Monday 11 Aug 2025