Rotational Pharmacy Technician Progressive 4/5

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join their friendly pharmacy team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple hospital sites, gaining valuable experience in various pharmacy services. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training and support, enabling them to develop their skills and build a robust portfolio. This position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a dynamic environment that prioritizes patient care and professional growth. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in pharmacy services and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed initial education & training in pharmacy.
• Adaptability and confidence in working independently or in a team are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work across Bournemouth and Poole hospital sites on a rotational basis.
• Provide dispensing services and medicines optimisation.

Skills

Dispensing Skills

Communication Skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Pharmacy Technician Qualification

2-Year Initial Education and Training

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, well-motivated, and either soon-to-be or newly registered Pharmacy Technician with excellent dispensing and communication skills to join our friendly pharmacy team as a Rotational Pharmacy Technician.

The post holder should be ready for a new challenge and show initiative to build on their knowledge gained from their 2-year initial education and training to develop their foundation practice across an acute hospital.

This opportunity involves working on a rotational basis across Bournemouth and Poole hospital sites. Full training and support will be provided to help the candidate build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating competence mapped from the APTUK Foundation Pharmacy Framework.

Upon successful completion of the rotational technician pathway, the post holder will progress to band 5.

Mandatory Rotations Include

• Dispensary Services
• Medicines Optimisation
• Procurement & Distribution

Optional Rotations

• Medicines Advice Service
• Aseptic Services
• Clinical Trials
• Homecare
• Digital Medicines
• Risk & Governance

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping pharmacy services across the trust. They should be adaptable to new situations and confident to work independently and as part of a team.

We welcome applications from candidates who have completed their initial education & training in any area of pharmacy, including acute hospital, GP surgery, community pharmacy, & primary care.

Please note: Employment is subject to registration with the GPhC.

Base location: Royal Bournemouth or Poole Hospital. Please note that you will be required to work across sites.

Interview Date: 10th June 2025

To understand the role in more detail, please read the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do, now and in the future, guiding how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team members and colleagues.

UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

Some services may move sites this year or next, either temporarily or long-term. Recruiting managers will be happy to answer any specific questions at interview.

Please note, if the role or service relocates as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Other changes unrelated to relocation will be managed according to relevant Trust or national terms and conditions.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Claire Fountain-Barber
• Job Title: Lead Pharmacy Technician Education & Training
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]