Pharmacy Technician

Boots UK; Carlisle (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded services training

GPhC fees reimbursed

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Generous staff discount

Flexible benefits scheme

Development opportunities

Job summary

A leading pharmacy company in Indiana seeks a Pharmacy Technician with checking capabilities. This role involves providing expert advice to patients, managing pharmacy operations, and fostering a team-oriented environment focused on outstanding patient care. Applicants must be registered with the GPhC and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Benefits include training, reimbursement for GPhC fees, and a discretionary annual bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and willing to complete training.
• A passion for coaching and leading a dispensary team.
• Motivation to improve services for teams and patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to patients about medications.
• Manage operational tasks and ensure patient safety.
• Coach and inspire the pharmacy team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to use pharmacy systems

Coaching and leadership

Education

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC

Completion of the Boots Accuracy Checking Programme

Job description

About the Opportunity

At Boots we are at the forefront of innovation in community pharmacy working in partnership with the NHS, the Government and local communities. As a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability you will play a key role in leading the pharmacy team to provide a service that our patients can trust. With opportunities to develop yourself and progress your career, you can also offer a brilliant service to your local community with ongoing CPD.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Provide expert, tailored advice to patients about available medicines, products or Macmillan Cancer Support.
• Deliver various services depending on the store needs.
• Build great relationships with your pharmacy team; coach and inspire them to deliver the highest standard of care.
• Assist with the triage of patients and distribute prescription handouts.
• Takes ownership for legal, safe and ethical decision‑making in the pharmacy.
• Manage operational tasks including replenishing stock, workload management, order fulfilment, receiving and handling controlled drugs while ensuring patient safety.
• Provide evidence of successful completion from a recognised training provider (e.g., Buttercups). If not already holding a formal qualification in accuracy checking, complete the Boots 6‑week Accuracy Checking Programme.

What You’ll Need to Have

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and willing to complete our 6‑week training course to become qualified to check prescriptions.
• A passion for coaching and leading a dispensary team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Motivation to improve services for our teams, customers and patients.
• A desire to deliver outstanding patient care.
• Ability to use pharmacy systems and technology.

It Would Be Great if You Also Have

• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability – however this is not essential as training will be provided.

Our Benefits

• Fully funded services training.
• GPhC fees reimbursed.
• Indemnity insurance cover.
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
• CPD days and protected learning time.
• Development opportunities to enhance your career.
• Generous staff discount.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay.
• Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional holiday, life assurance, family activity passes and more.

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

We offer a comprehensive retirement savings plan to support your long‑term financial wellbeing.

Why Boots

We foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. Boots is an equal‑opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive workplace for all.

What’s Next

If your application is successful, our in‑house recruitment team will contact you to arrange an interview and answer any initial questions. If you are not selected, we will notify you by email. This role is subject to a DBS/PVG check in certain locations. Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job‑share options during the application process. We provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.