Rotational Pharmacy Technician
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- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- 36
- Hours / week
- 36
- Posted
- 19/08/2026
- Closes
- 02/09/2026
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Role summary
NHS Borders is seeking a qualified and motivated Rotational Pharmacy Technician to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to gain experience across various hospital pharmacy areas, including dispensary services, aseptic services, and clinical rotations on medical, surgical, frailty, and elderly care wards. You will work closely with pharmacists and the multidisciplinary team to support medicines optimisation and patient care. Full training and support will be provided, making it suitable for those early in their career or looking to advance.
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Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £31,537 – £34,303 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
257022
Salary:
Band 4 (£31,537 - £34,303)
Job closing date:
02/09/2026
Job Type:
Other Therapeutic
Location:
Borders General Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
19/08/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Borders
Department:
Pharmacy
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OUR VALUES IN ACTION
• Compassion • Kindness • Integrity • Teamwork • Excellence
Are you a qualified Pharmacy Technician looking to broaden your experience in a dynamic hospital environment? NHS Borders is seeking a motivated and adaptable individual to join our team as a Rotational Pharmacy Technician , offering a unique opportunity to develop your skills across a variety of clinical and technical areas.
About the Role
This rotational post provides experience across key areas of hospital pharmacy practice, including:
- Dispensary Services: Supporting safe and efficient supply of medicines, patient counselling, and stock management.
- Aseptic Services: Assisting in the preparation of sterile products including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition in a cleanroom environment.
- Clinical Rotations:
- Medical wards
- Surgical wards
- Frailty services
- Medicine of the Elderly
You’ll work closely with pharmacists and the wider multidisc
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