Pharmacy Technician
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Bank
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
- Posted
- 21/07/2026
- Closes
- 01/01/2027
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy Aseptics Department at Pinderfields General Hospital. You will support the delivery of a high-quality pharmaceutical service, undertaking duties in dispensary and ward environments, and contributing to medicines management systems. Responsibilities include accurately checking dispensed items, ensuring safe and timely supply of medicines, and supervising staff within the Patient Services section. You will maintain professional conduct and support a positive working environment.
Essential criteria
- BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent qualification.
- Accredited Checking Technician qualification with relevant certification.
- Significant post-qualification experience in pharmacy services.
- Experience in dispensing, medicines management, aseptic preparation, and ward top-up services.
- Strong attention to detail with good communication and teamwork skills. This is part of Regulation 22 and we want to ensure we give candidates the heads up to have their qualifications ready to prevent delays when we onboard at Trust ID stage.
- BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent qualification.
- Accredited Checking Technician qualification with relevant certification.
- Significant post-qualification experience in pharmacy services.
- Experience in dispensing, medicines management, aseptic preparation, and ward top-up services.
- Strong attention to detail with good communication and teamwork skills. This is part of Regulation 22 and we want to ensure we give candidates the heads up to have their qualifications ready to prevent delays when we onboard at Trust ID stage.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
Posted 40d ago · Closes in 125d
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Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a
Pharmacy Technician in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust to join the Pharmacy
Aseptics Department at Pinderfields General Hospital. You will be responsible
for supporting the delivery of a high-quality pharmaceutical service across the
Trust, undertaking a wide range of duties within dispensary and ward
environments while contributing to effective medicines management systems. You
will be responsible for accurately checking dispensed items as an accredited
checker, ensuring safe and timely supply of medicines to patients, wards,
departments, and external healthcare organisations. You will play a key role in
maintaining efficient pharmacy operations, supporting the delivery of
patient-focused services, and supervising the work of staff within the Patient
Services section to ensure safe, effective, and consistent practice
Main duties of the job
As a Pharmacy Technician
you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of professional
conduct and ensuring your practice reflects the values and expectations of the
Trust. You will be responsible for presenting yourself in a professional manner
in accordance with Trust policies, while supporting a positive and respectful
working environment for colleagues, patients, and service users. You will be
managing effective working relationships with a diverse range of ind
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