Pharmacy Technician
The closing date is 11 August 2025
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within the Pharmacy Department at Southend Hospital for a motivated and enthusiastic pharmacy technician.
We are looking to recruit a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, to join our department. You will actively participate in the delivery of comprehensive pharmacy services to all areas of the department including Dispensary services, Ward services, Procurement, Trials, Homecare and Oncology services as needed.
You will be a dedicated, hark working individual that can work under your own initiative and escalate when needed. Attention to detail and organisational skills are essential.
Applicants without ACT qualification will be considered and if successful will be paid at Band 4 with progression to band 5 once ACT qualification gained.
Applications from Trainee Pharmacy Technicians qualifying summer 2025 will be considered.
Main duties of the job
To provide a medicines management service to a wide range of specialty wards across the site.
To work as part of the near patient dispensing team supplying medication to patients both during their stay and at point of discharge.
To liaise with doctors and nurses regarding discrepancies with patients medication to improve patient care.
To provide advice to patients regarding their medication.
To act as a role model and help train new members of staff including Pre Registration Technicians and Trainee Pharmacists.
To support other services within the pharmacy department including the Dispensary, Procurement, Oncology, Trials and Homecare
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details
Date posted
28 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-CSS-SO-9773
Job locations
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Supporting documents
Privacy notice
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)