Senior Medicines Management Technician - Emergency Department

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare trust in England is seeking a dynamic Pharmacy Technician to join their Medicines Management team in the Emergency Department. The ideal candidate will support safe medication use and improve patient outcomes. Essential qualifications include registration with GPhC and numeracy/literacy skills. This position offers a flexible working environment and various shifts.

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacy technician in the UK.
• Experience of accurate dispensing of medicines.
• Experience of dealing with customers/patients.

Responsibilities

• Support safe, timely use of medicines in the Emergency Department.
• Conduct medication histories and medicines reconciliation.
• Work closely with pharmacists and nursing staff.

Skills

Registered pharmacy technician in UK by GPhC

Numerate and literate, GCSE in Maths and English A* to C or equivalent

Experience of staff management/operational workload supervision

Education

Additional pharmacy qualifications: ACPT, PIPC, TAQA assessor

Job description

Job Summary

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

Main Duties of the Job

Our evolving Medicines Management team are looking for a dynamic and passionate Pharmacy Technician to specialise in a role working within the Emergency Department. Your expertise will help optimise medication use, support clinical teams, and improve patient outcomes in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment. If you’re committed to excellence in medicines management and thrive on making a difference where it matters most, we would love to receive your application.

About Us

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. At UHS, we are committed to providing a flexible working environment, supporting families, studies and wellbeing, and champion individuality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive and contribute.

Details

• Date posted: 23 October 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum (Pro Rata)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: 188-CLN271025
• Job locations: University Hospital Southampton, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD

Job Responsibilities

• Support safe, timely and effective use of medicines across the Emergency Department
• Conduct medication histories and medicines reconciliation for expected admissions
• Assist in the supply, stock control and optimisation of medication usage at ward level
• Work closely with pharmacists, nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless medicines‑related care
• Discuss flexibility in hours with interview; explore possible arrangements to support the role and service

Trust Values

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Person Specification

Essential

• Registered pharmacy technician in UK by GPhC
• Numerate and literate e.g. GCSE in Maths and English A* to C or equivalent
• One of the following additional pharmacy qualifications: Accredited Checking PT (ACPT), Pre and In Processing Checking (PIPC) medicine management accreditation, TAQA assessor, CIPS level 4, foundation management or equivalent demonstrable experience of day‑to‑day operational management of staff
• Experience of staff management/operational workload supervision

Desirable

• Completion of Practice Supervisor programme or equivalent
• Additional pharmacy qualifications e.g. Completed APTUK Foundation Framework, foundation management or other recognised management qualification or demonstrable management experience

Previous or Relevant Experience Necessary

• Accurate dispensing of medicines (in hospital or community pharmacy or aseptics)
• Maintaining continuous professional development portfolio
• Dealing with customers/patients

Desirable Experience

• Hospital pharmacy experience
• Stock control/ordering experience
• Experience of JAC or similar computer labelling/ordering system
• Experience relevant to role applied for e.g. providing a ward based medicines management service, clinical trials or research experience, aseptic services experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exclusion Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address: University Hospital Southampton, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD

Website: https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx