Outpatient Pharmacy Technician/Checking Technician

Torbayandsouthdevon; Torquay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a qualified pharmacy technician to join their team at Torbay Hospital. In this role, you will dispense medicines, manage stock, and provide excellent customer service. Qualifications include registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council and strong communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment dedicated to improving patient care. Torbay is a beautiful location, with opportunities for outdoor living and easy access to nearby parks.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified pharmacy technician or willing to train as an accuracy-checking technician.
• Experience in dispensing medicines and stock management.
• Ability to provide an effective front-of-house service.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medicines for patients.
• Order and receive stock.
• Perform final accuracy check on prescriptions as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer-service skills

Team player

Education

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

SDH Developments Ltd, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, provides pharmacy services to patients and visitors attending the Outpatients Department at Torbay Hospital. We are looking for a qualified pharmacy technician, or one prepared to train as an accuracy‑checking technician, to join our team.

In this role you will dispense medicines for patients, order and receive stock, and be involved in the provision of an efficient and effective front‑of‑house service, including the sale of medicines. Accuracy‑checking technicians will also be required to undertake a final accuracy check on prescriptions.

You will be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council and will bring excellent communication, organisational and customer‑service skills, and be an effective team player.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is recognised at a national level as a progressive and successful organisation. The primary objectives of this outpatient pharmacy are to improve patient safety, improve the patient experience, and to allow further investment in healthcare facilities in South Devon.

“If you are looking for a challenging role in which to develop your skills and knowledge, this post will provide an excellent opportunity for you.”

Why work with us? Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community, and is a hot‑spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.

For further details or informal visits contact:

Name: Simon Gardner
Job title: Superintendent Pharmacist
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01803 656011

Availability: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.