Progressive Pharmacy Technician - Medicines Management

UHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS discounts

35 days annual leave (pro rata)

Generous pension scheme

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Progressive Pharmacy Technician - Medicines Management. The post is permanent and part of the Medicines Management Team, with progression from Band 4-5 and consideration for Band 5 at senior level.

You will work directly with patients to improve outcomes, support patient flow, and contribute to a fast-paced clinical environment. The role requires completing medicines reconciliations and aiding discharge processes.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician or soon-to-be qualified Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Band 4-5 level consideration; Senior Band 5 applicants welcomed for progression.

Responsibilities

• Completing medicines reconciliation for patients across medical care groups.
• Supporting ward-level dispensing of discharge medicines (TTOs) to enable efficient and timely discharge.
• Counselling patients on both new and ongoing medicines to support safe use and adherence in the community.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician

Medicines reconciliation

Patient counselling

Team collaboration

Education

Pharmacy Technician qualification

Job description

Hours: Full time, Part time - 37.5 hours per week (This post is being offered on a full time basis)

Job ref: 188-CL181026

Site: University Hospital Southampton

Town: Southampton

Closing: 09/11/2026

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us

Job Title: Progressive Pharmacy Technician - Medicines Management
Contract Type: Permanent
Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

The Medicines Management Team is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, or soon to be qualified Pharmacy Technician to join the team on a progressive Band 4-5. We would also welcome applications from those already operating at a Band 5 level who are ready to seamlessly slot into the team at a Senior Pharmacy Technician level.

As part of a supportive and dynamic service, you will work directly with patients to improve outcomes and facilitate patient flow. This is a fast-paced and challenging role, offering excellent opportunities to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills within a rewarding clinical environment.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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• Completing medicines reconciliation for patients across medical care groups
• Supporting ward-level dispensing of discharge medicines (TTOs) to enable efficient and timely discharge.
• Counselling patients on both new and ongoing medicines to support safe use and adherence in the community.

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