We are seeking a passionate, proactive and committed Pharmacy Technician who is eager to contribute to outstanding patient care whilst developing their leadership, operational and management skills.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our pharmacy team as a 12 month fixed term Deputy Lead Pharmacy Technician (Dispensary Services) to provide maternity cover. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of a high quality dispensary service, ensuring the timely and efficient supply of medicines across the Trust.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Pharmacy Technician who is looking to broaden their experience in leadership, people management, service improvement and operational pharmacy services. Applications are welcomed from experienced Pharmacy Technicians who meet the essential criteria and are keen to further develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking department.
The successful candidate will be an experienced Pharmacy Technician with previous hospital pharmacy experience and a commitment to delivering high quality patient care.
At UHNM, we take pride in supporting our staff throughout their career development, and our strong retention rates reflect the value we place on nurturing individual growth. We are committed to helping our staff reach their potential and offer excellent opportunities to develop both professionally and personally.
Working closely with the Lead Pharmacy Technician for Dispensary Services, you will support the operational management of the dispensary helping to ensure the safe, efficient and effective delivery of pharmacy services.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting the co-ordination and prioritisation of dispensary workflow to achieve agreed prescription turnaround times.
Assisting in the day-to-day management of dispensary staffing, workload allocation and skill mix.
Deputising for the Lead Pharmacy Technician when required.
Supporting the achievement of key performance indicators, including turnaround times, customer service standards and medicines safety measures.
Supervising, supporting and developing Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Support Workers, apprentices and trainee staff.
Acting as a role model, mentor and line manager for junior members of the team.
Supporting staff engagement, training and competency assessment within the dispensary team.
Contributing to quality improvement projects, medicines governance activities and service development initiatives.
Supporting the review of dispensary Standard Operating Procedures and the investigation of incidents and errors.
Participating in dispensary-based activities, including dispensing, accuracy checking and controlled drug processes.
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
We are looking for an individual with excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills who can effectively manage competing priorities whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. You must be able to work collaboratively, motivate others and demonstrate a proactive approach to service improvement.
Participation in the dispensary rota, including weekends, late nights and Bank Holiday working, is a core requirement of the role.
The anticipated start date for this position is October 2026.
For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
For an informal discussion or further information about the post, please contact the hiring manager.
