Senior Pharmacy Technician – Medicines Optimisation Lead

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health provider in South West London is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician to enhance their medicines optimisation and dispensary services. You will be responsible for overseeing pharmacy assistants, managing medication supply, and working with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications and have experience in a hospital pharmacy setting. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in a pharmacy as a qualified pharmacy technician.
• Post-registration hospital pharmacy experience.
• Experience of checking dispensed prescriptions.
• Experience of training and supervising junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmacy medicines management services.
• Monitor and supervise pharmacy assistants.
• Dispense medication and perform final accuracy checks.
• Provide training and advice on pharmacy services.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in pharmaceutical sciences

Accreditation in Medicines Management

Registered with the GPhC

Accredited Checking Technician qualification

Tools

JAC dispensing system

Job description

A leading mental health provider in South West London is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician to enhance their medicines optimisation and dispensary services. You will be responsible for overseeing pharmacy assistants, managing medication supply, and working with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications and have experience in a hospital pharmacy setting. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development.