Rotational Pharmacy Technician

University Hospitals Of North Midlands Nhs Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is seeking a motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team at Royal Stoke. This rotational role offers exposure to a range of services, including EPMA implementation and medicines optimisation, with training and development opportunities.

We value teamwork, accuracy and a proactive approach, and you will work across wards and the dispensary to support safe, effective patient care in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services or equivalent qualification.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Experience in hospital or community pharmacy settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing controlled drugs using electronic registers from automated storage cabinets.
• Providing a controlled drug top up and replenishment services to theatre areas.
• Developing experience with IT Systems including Ascribe, Automated dispensing systems & Prescription Tracking systems.
• Supporting the safe and effective management of medicines through stock control and inventory management.
• Contributing to medicines optimisation services on wards.
• Supporting the training and development of pharmacy staff.

Skills

Computer literacy

Literate and numerate

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services

Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

Job summary

At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.

Are you an experienced or newly qualified Pharmacy Technician? Have you trained in community pharmacy and are looking for a new challenge? Are you enthusiastic, motivated and keen to develop your skills within a friendly and forward-thinking pharmacy team?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking a motivated and organised pharmacy technician with strong problem solving skills to join the pharmacy department at Royal Stoke, University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team during a transformative period, following the successful implementation of Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) across the trust.

At UHNM, we are passionate about supporting our staff to develop and thrive. We take pride in providing opportunities for professional growth and our excellent retention rates reflect our commitment to investing in our people and helping them achieve their full potential.

Main duties of the job

As one of our Rotational Pharmacy Technicians, you will gain experience across a variety of pharmacy services, including:

• Dispensing controlled drugs using electronic registers from automated storage cabinets
• Providing a controlled drug top up and replenishment services to theatre areas
• Developing experience with IT Systems including Ascribe, Automated dispensing systems & Prescription Tracking systems
• Supporting the safe and effective management of medicines through stock control and inventory management
• Contributing to medicines optimisation services on wards
• Supporting the training and development of pharmacy staff

This is a varied role that will allow you to develop your technical knowledge, clinical understanding and operational skills whilst working alongside experienced pharmacy professionals.

We are looking for an individual who is a strong team player, able to adapt to changing priorities and committed to delivering a high-quality service. You will need excellent attention to detail, a high level of accuracy and a clear understanding of the scope and limitations of your role.

You should be able to follow written procedures, work effectively under supervision, prioritise your workload and complete tasks accurately within agreed timescales.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services or National BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent nationally recognised qualification plus Accredited underpinning knowledge
• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable Qualifications

• National Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) qualification or requirement to undertake the training
• Member of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians

Essential Experience

• Minimum 1 year recent experience in either a hospital pharmacy or community pharmacy setting
• Commitment and evidence of professional updating and continuous professional development
• Patient counselling skills - pleasant professional manner; knowledge of use of medicines and advising patients; assessing patient's pharmaceutical care needs

Desirable Experience

• Supervisory skills to supervise Pharmacy Assistants and Student Pharmacy Technicians

Essential Skills

• Computer literate with good general keyboard skills for using the pharmacy computer systems, including ordering and receiving stock and rectifying stock discrepancies.
• Literate and numerate

Desirable Skills

• Evidence of interest in new ways of working and developing specialist knowledge in a clinical area

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Contact

Lead Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary Services: Liam Colclough, [e-mail], 01782674566

Closing date

01 November 2026