Pharmacy Assistant

Phoenix UK Group; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their hospital team in York. You will deliver patient care while managing dispensing activities under pharmacist supervision. Candidates should have NVQ level 3 and GPhC registration, alongside strong customer service skills. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits including holidays, a pension scheme, and employee discounts.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

GPhC fees paid

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee discounts programme

Access to MediCash

Annual Christmas bonus

Qualifications

• GPhC registration required.
• Up-to-date knowledge of all statutory regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver courteous and effective customer service.
• Carry out dispensing activities under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Assist in the development of other staff members where appropriate.

Skills

Ability to accurately handle medicines

Self-motivation

Ability to prioritize workload

Education

NVQ level 3 – Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician - Hospitals

Branch Address: York Hospital, Wigginton Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO31 8HE

Hourly Rate: £12.63ph

Working Hours: 40.0

Are you a dedicated and patient‑focused Pharmacy Technician looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the healthcare industry?

Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a talented and experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our team in the York branch. As one of the UK’s leading pharmacy chains, we are fully committed to delivering the highest level of care to our patients. If you are passionate about improving the wellbeing of our patients and eager to work in a collaborative and supportive environment, we want to hear from you.

As a Pharmacy Technician in one of Rowlands hospital branches you will be given extensive and specialist training as well as gaining exposure to the hospital pharmacy environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (Increasing to 29 days with length of service)
• GPhC fees paid
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Market leading employee discounts programme including a range of big name retailers
• Access to MediCash, allowing you to reclaim money on a wide range of medical services
• Cutting-edge finance management app to control your salary as you see fit
• Annual Christmas bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver courteous and effective customer service
• Carry out all dispensing activities under the supervision of a pharmacist
• Develop positive working relationships with healthcare professionals
• Assist in the development of other staff members where appropriate
• Deliver appropriate healthcare advice and signpost where necessary
• Ensure that all Essential/Enhanced/Advanced Services are successfully promoted and carried out in accordance with Company SOP’s
• Assist and participate in healthy living events where necessary
• Assist in the sale of medicines and other merchandise when required
• In the absence of a manager, take on additional responsibilities as a registered professional
• Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the dispensary
• Perform date checking and cleaning in accordance with company SOP’s and ensure adequate records are maintained
• Receive, store, maintain, and issue stock in accordance with Company SOP’s
• Follow shrinkage procedures and use DSRS where appropriate

What We Require

• NVQ level 3 – Pharmacy Technician
• GPhC registration
• Up-to-date knowledge of all statutory regulations
• Ability to accurately handle medicines
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Self-motivation and the ability to take the initiative
• Ability to work to deadlines