Outpatient Pharmacy Technician/Checking Technician

2 weeks ago


Torquay TQ AA, United Kingdom NHS Full time £18,000 - £25,000 per year

SDH Developments Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary company of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, provides pharmacy services to patients and visitors attending the Outpatients Department at Torbay Hospital. These services continue to develop, and we are now looking for an pharmacy technician who is either already qualified as or prepared to train as an accuracy checking technician to join our team.

In this role you will dispense medicines for patients. In addition, you will undertake related duties including ordering and receipt of stock, and be involved in the provision of an efficient and effective 'front of house' service for customers, 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. You will have 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.

As an Outpatient Pharmacy Technician you will dispense medicines for patients.

In addition, you will undertake related duties including ordering and receipt of stock, and be involved in the provision of an efficient and effective 'front of house' service for customers, including the sale of medicines. You will also need to provide support in the day to day operation of the pharmacy.

Accuracy Checking Technicians will also be required to undertake a final accuracy check on prescriptions.

' If you are looking for a challenging role in which to develop your skills and knowledge then this post will provide an excellent opportunity for you'

SDH Developments Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary company of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, provides pharmacy services to patients and visitors attending the Outpatients Department at Torbay Hospital. These services continue to develop, and we are now looking for a pharmacy technician to join our team.

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.

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.

Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

If you are interested and would like to know more or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Simon Gardner - Superintendent pharmacist on



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