Rotational Pharmacy Technician
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
13 September 2026
13 days left
Job description
At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the ...
As one ofourRotational Pharmacy Technicians,you willgain experience across a variety of pharmacy services, including:
- Dispensing controlled drugs using electronic registers from automated storage cabinets
- Providing acontrolled drug top up and replenishment services to theatre areas
- Developing experiencewithIT Systems including Ascribe, Automated dispensingsystems& Prescription Trackingsystems
- Supporting the safe and effective management ofmedicinesthrough stock control and inventorymanagement
- Contributing to medicines optimisationserviceson wards
- Supportingthetrainingand development of pharmacystaff
This is a varied role that will allow you to develop your technical knowledge, clinical understanding and operational skills whilst working alongside experienced pharmacy professionals.
We are looking for an individual who isa strong teamplayer, able to adapt to changing priorities and committed to delivering a high-quality service. You will need excellent attention to detail,a high levelof accuracy and a clear understanding of the scope and limitations of your role.
You should be able to follow written procedures, work effectively under supervision, prioritise your workload and complete tasks accurately within agreed timescales.
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services or National BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent nationally recognised qualification plus Accredited underpinning knowledge
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
- National Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) qualification or requirement to undertake the training
- Member of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 1 year recent experience in either a hospital pharmacy or community pharmacy setting
- Commitment and evidence of professional updating and continuous professional development
- Patient counselling skills - pleasant professional manner; knowledge of use of medicines and advising patients; assessing patient's pharmaceutical care needs
Desirable
- Supervisory skills to supervise Pharmacy Assistants and Student Pharmacy Technicians
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate with good general keyboard skills for using the pharmacy computer systems, including ordering and receiving stock and rectifying stock discrepancies.
- Literate and numerate
Desirable
- Evidence of interest in new ways of working and developing specialist knowledge in a clinical area
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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