Job summary
- Main area
- Pharmacy
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 372-FSS3030-A
- Employer
- Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Calderdale and Huddersfield Hospitals NHS Trust
- Town
- Huddersfield
- Salary
- £28,392 - £31,157 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 05/04/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 13/04/2026
Employer heading
Pharmacy Technician
NHS AfC: Band 4
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
We are committed to recruiting to our values. Leading One Culture of Care underpins our values by creating an environment, tone and behaviours across all parts of the Trust that are fundamentally rooted in compassionate care.
We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to flex the days of the week, hours and times of work and place of work including: part-time, job-share, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home when appropriate. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any flexibility that you may require.
We received our Silver Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome application to work for us.
Our Future Plans
The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visit https://future.cht.nhs.uk/
Job overview
The post holder undertakes technical duties in two or more of the following areas of pharmaceutical care:
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Medicines Optimisation
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Dispensary
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Aseptic Dispensing
The post holder will be an integral part of the Pharmacy team working alongside all Pharmacy staff and link with a range of healthcare professionals to optimise concordance and compliance with prescribed medication.
Main duties of the job
Medicine Optimisation duties:
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Work closely with the Pharmacy Team and ward staff to ensure patients are able to derive the maximum benefit from prescribed medication
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Assess compliance with medication and any other factors related to medication which may lead to readmission
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To obtain accurate patient medication histories, using the appropriate sources, including GP surgeries, which will facilitate medicines reconciliation.
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To provide skilled pharmaceutical counselling to patients in order to improve concordance and compliance with medicines and to reduce risks from medication related events.
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To work in partnership with the patient, carers and relatives to reflect patient choice, to support self-care
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To check patient’s own medicines on admission for suitability for use within the Trust and to alert the ward pharmacist of any discrepancies between this medication and the prescription chart
- To arrange supplies of newly prescribed medication
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To assist discharge planning through locker checks and supply of medication
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To liaise with community pharmacies and G.P’s if patients use Monitored Dosage Systems
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To ensure that patients are transferred to other wards with appropriate supplies of medication and any relevant information to the appropriate ward pharmacist
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To ensure that adequate levels of stock medicines are available on the wards
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To advise on the safe and secure storage of medicines at ward level
Working for our organisation
We are committed to your personal development and we will give you every opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge.
If you are an ambitious registered Pharmacy Technician seeking a challenging and rewarding role, with a passion for the optimal use of medicines for patients - then this is the role for you.
Applications will be considered from candidates from hospital or community pharmacy.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Dispensary Duties:
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To carry out the dispensing and issue of prescriptions in the Pharmacy of the base hospital
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To query prescriptions with prescribers, within the capabilities of a Band 4 Pharmacy technician under the supervision of a high-level Pharmacy Technician, or when delegated to do so by a pharmacist.
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To contribute to the efficient use of the drug budget through effective medicines management whilst dispensing
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To process controlled drug orders and prescriptions
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To participate in the ordering, stock checks and stock control of medicines in each area of the pharmacy, ensuring efficient use of pharmaceuticals and resources
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To follow guidance on rotas and prioritise own workload accordingly, in conjunction with the Senior Technician of the section
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To accurately input data, patient and prescription details onto the computer system and assist with the maintenance of records relating to work and workload statistics
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To assist in the assessment of situations, some of which may require problem solving skills, informing the relevant higher level Pharmacy Technician if necessary
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To work toward achieving Accredited Checking Technician status following the in-house and regional framework and carry out final accuracy check of dispensed items.
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May be required to undertake activities in relation to clinical trials in line with standing operating procedures
Aseptic Duties
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To undertake the aseptic dispensing process according to SOP’s once a required level of competence and validation has been achieved.
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Concentration at all times to minimize the risk of medication errors
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Working in a busy aseptic unit environment with frequent interruptions
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A large proportion of the day spent standing or working at a computer
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Working in an environment handling hazardous compounds such as cytotoxic medicines, monoclonal antibodies, radiopharmaceuticals, industrial ethanol and other cleaning products, and handling sharps
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential criteria
- BTEC/NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy services, including underpinning knowledge, or other equivalent qualification recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- English and Math GCSE grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential criteria
- Competent to work in, Dispensary and on Wards
- Demonstrate commitment to CPD
- Knowledge of dispensing standards and legislation relating to hospital pharmacy
- Calm and professional manner under pressure
- Basic problem-solving skills
- Training and supervisory skills
- Self-motivated
- Meticulous attention to detail and able to prioritise workload
Desirable criteria
- Aseptic dispensing skills, computer literate, Ward based skills
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential criteria
- Able to work on own or as part of a team
- Good oral and written communication skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sarah Peckett
- Job title
- Chief Pharmacy Technician
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Elizabeth Preston - [email protected] 01484355849
Eleanor Nastini - [email protected]
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