Job Summary
To undertake a broad range of pharmaceutical activities and by participation in the structured rotational programme, gain the knowledge and experience and demonstrate competence to become a Band 5 Clinical Technician
Act as a key member of the pharmacy team, taking part in the delivery of the ward-based services as well as the dispensing and accuracy checking of medicines within the Inpatient Pharmacy.
Main duties of the job
Work closely with ward based Clinical Technicians and Clinical Pharmacists to ensure pharmacy services meet the needs to patients and service users.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (or equivalent)
- Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (or equivalent)
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with GPhC
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
- Previous experience working in Pharmacy
Desirable
- Accredited checking qualification
- Any previous accreditation if any of the Medicines Management Modules
- Experience within a Hospital Pharmacy Environment
Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills, including planning and prioritising
- Good communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
- Problem solver
- Team player and ability to build good relationship with colleagues
- Skill set to use Microsoft Office and Pharmacy software
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 04 March 2026
