Band 4 Pharmacy Technician
Northampton General Hospital | University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group
Full-Time - Perm or Bank
Pharmacy Department
Start Date: ASAP
We are working with Northampton General Hospital to recruit a Band 4 Pharmacy Technician to join a busy and supportive hospital pharmacy team.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to a patient-focused pharmacy service, supporting the safe and effective supply of medicines across inpatient and outpatient settings.
About the Role
As a Pharmacy Technician, you will play a key role in delivering dispensary-based technical services, ensuring patients receive medicines safely and efficiently.
Key responsibilities include:
- Accurately dispensing prescriptions for inpatients, outpatients, and discharge patients
- Supplying medicines and supporting patient counselling
- Managing Controlled Drugs and maintaining accurate records
- Supporting stock control, storage, and medicines optimisation
- Undertaking final accuracy checking (once accredited)
- Participating in dispensary and wider pharmacy rotations
- Supporting training and supervision of junior staff and dispensers
You will work closely with pharmacy teams and clinical staff across wards and departments to maintain a high-quality service.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Pharmacy Technician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- Registered Pharmacy Technician
- Experience with dispensing and stock control systems
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
Desirable
- Experience with final accuracy checking
- Experience supervising or training staff
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice
- Experience in hospital pharmacy settings
Why Apply?
- Join a well-established NHS pharmacy team
- Opportunity to develop advanced skills including accuracy checking and patient counselling
- Work in a supportive and collaborative environment
- Be part of a Trust committed to high-quality patient care and continuous improvement