Quick overview
Job description
Band 5 Pharmacy Technician
Banding: Band 5
Location: Lambeth Hospital, South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Until 31/05/2026
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00–17:15
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to join the team at Lambeth Hospital, part of South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in mental health settings, medicines management, and hospital pharmacy environments. This role is essential in supporting high‑quality patient care, ensuring safe and effective medication processes across the service.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out comprehensive medicines reconciliation for new admissions.
- Support ward‑based clinical pharmacy services as part of the MMT (Medicines Management Technician) team.
- Work closely with pharmacists, nursing staff, and wider MDT to ensure safe medication practices.
- Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date medication records.
- Provide patient counselling and support on medicines where required.
- Assist with stock control, ordering, and supply processes across the hospital.
- Contribute to continuous quality improvement within the pharmacy service.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Pharmacy Technician registered with the GPhC.
- Med Rec (medicines reconciliation) experience is essential.
- Proven experience as an MMT or within ward‑based pharmacy services.
- Previous work in mental health settings is highly desirable.
- Hospital pharmacy experience required.
Why Choose Pulse
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Streamlined compliance process.
- Access to a wide range of NHS and private sector roles nationwide.
- Weekly payroll and competitive rates.
How to Apply
To apply or discuss this role further, please contact us directly and we will be happy to support your application. pharmacy@pulsejobs.com
Reasonable Adjustments
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let me know so we can accommodate your needs.
International Recruitment Notice
Please note, this role is not open to international applicants requiring sponsorship.
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