Progressive Band 4-5 Pharmacy Technician | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their Medicines Management Team. This role involves providing critical patient care, supporting medication reconciliation, and mentoring junior staff. The Trust advocates for a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering significant career development opportunities. Flexible working arrangements support work-life balance, making it an ideal position for those who are passionate about healthcare and patient safety.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working environment

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pharmacy Technician or in a similar role.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Understanding of Medicines Management protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medicines Management services to patients.
• Complete discharge prescriptions at ward level.
• Counsel patients on new medications.

Skills

Strong time management skills

Proactive problem solving

Patient-first ethos

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

The Medicines Management Team at UHS are looking for a dedicated, passionate individual to join our evolving team. As a Pharmacy Technician within our team, you will be at the forefront of patient care in a rewarding environment with the opportunity to directly make a difference to our patients.

You will need to have strong time management skills, a proactive approach to problem solving and a strong "patient first" ethos. In return, our supportive team will help develop you towards your potential as a Pharmacy Technician.

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Providing a range of Medicines Management services to our patients, including the completion of Medicines Reconciliation, completing discharge prescriptions at ward level and counselling patients on new medications

Act as a role model and mentor to junior staff, providing support, guidance and training as needed in order to develop staff.

Embedding yourself as a key member of the ward team, supporting the MDT towards outstanding patient outcomes.

Identify and contribute to service improvement, evaluation and development.


This advert closes on Thursday 17 Jul 2025