Band 5 Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 20/08/2026
- Closes
- 10/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Pharmacy Technician to join the Medicines Optimisation Team at Musgrove Park Hospital. The role involves delivering safe, effective medicines management and optimisation, working closely with ward teams to ensure high standards of patient care. You will support medicines reconciliation, identify and resolve medicines-related issues, and promote safe use of medicines. The position offers excellent opportunities for professional development within a supportive and dynamic team.
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level in 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent and BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent.
- Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician or willing to work towards Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician.
- Accredited Medicines Optimisation Technician Managing Patients medicines requirements (PODs & One-stop) PWDS or equivalent and Medicine Reconciliation PWDS or equivalent.
Desirable criteria
- Medicines Optimisation Technician Discharge facilitation PWDS or equivalent.
- Pro-pharmace educational supervisor course
- APTUK membership
- Sound knowledge of hospital pharmacy practice.
- Experience of dispensing medicine for patients and counselling and providing advice for patients/carers.
- Understanding of medicine optimisation in mental health environment.
- Working as part of a multi-professional team within a clinical/ward environment.
- Contribution to audit and project work.
- Demonstrated experience of delivering high quality training to multiple staff groups such as Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants.
- NVQ Level in 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent and BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent.
- Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician or willing to work towards Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician.
- Accredited Medicines Optimisation Technician Managing Patients medicines requirements (PODs & One-stop) PWDS or equivalent and Medicine Reconciliation PWDS or equivalent.
- Medicines Optimisation Technician Discharge facilitation PWDS or equivalent.
- Pro-pharmace educational supervisor course
- APTUK membership
- Sound knowledge of hospital pharmacy practice.
- Experience of dispensing medicine for patients and counselling and providing advice for patients/carers.
- Understanding of medicine optimisation in mental health environment.
- Working as part of a multi-professional team within a clinical/ward environment.
- Contribution to audit and project work.
- Demonstrated experience of delivering high quality training to multiple staff groups such as Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Band 5 Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician
The closing date is 10 September 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Pharmacy Technician to join our Medicines Optimisation Team at Musgrove Park Hospital. We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and are seeking a motivated and adaptable individual who is keen to contribute to an innovative and supportive service.
As part of a growing multidisciplinary team of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and assistants, you will play a key role in delivering safe, effective medicines management and optimisation across the hospital site. You will work closely with ward teams to ensure the highest standards of patient care, supporting safe and efficient use of medicines.
This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, with strong support for further study and career progression. You will be working within a modern environment, supported by electronic prescribing systems and a newly refurbished pharmacy department designed to enhance both patient care and staff experience.
If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes and want to develop your career within a progressive and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.
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