Pharmacy Technician — Ward & Dispensary Specialist (Band 5)

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to join their Pharmacy Department. This role involves providing a comprehensive medicines management service across various specialty wards, advising patients on medications, and training new staff. Applicants must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. The position offers a progression opportunity from Band 4 for Trainee Pharmacy Technicians qualifying in summer 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Band 5 Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Applications from Trainee Pharmacy Technicians qualifying summer 2025 will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide a medicines management service to specialty wards.
• Work in near patient dispensing team for medication supply.
• Liaise with doctors and nurses on medication discrepancies.
• Advise patients on their medications.
• Train new staff including Pre Registration Technicians.

Skills

Medicines management

Communication with healthcare professionals

Patient advising

Staff training

Education

Registered Band 5 Pharmacy Technician

ACT qualification

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to join their Pharmacy Department. This role involves providing a comprehensive medicines management service across various specialty wards, advising patients on medications, and training new staff. Applicants must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. The position offers a progression opportunity from Band 4 for Trainee Pharmacy Technicians qualifying in summer 2025.