Band 5 Pharmacy Technician (Medicines Management) - Kent
Pulse Associates Limited · Kent · posted 24 days ago
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Going rate for this occupation: £33,400 · UK median pay £31,044
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Job Title: Pharmacy Technician – Medicines Management Banding: Band 5
Location: Kent Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Hourly Rate: £20-21 Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Job Overview
Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to work with an established pharmacy team in Kent. This role focuses on ward-based medicines management activities, supporting safe and effective patient care through accurate medicines reconciliation, patient counselling, and clinical support. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring medicines are used safely and efficiently across inpatient wards, working closely with pharmacists and multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake medicines reconciliations for patients on hospital wards.
Perform accuracy checking duties where appropriate.
Conduct controlled drug (CD) audits and support compliance.
Provide patient counselling on medicines and support safe discharge processes.
Work collaboratively with pharmacists and ward teams to optimise patient care.
Qualifications and Experience
Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Proven experience undertaking medicines reconciliation in a hospital setting (essential).
ACPT qualification desirable but not essential.
Previous NHS hospital experience preferred.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
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