Bank Pharmacy Technician
The closing date is 03 March 2026
The Medicines Management Directorate has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed registered Bank Pharmacy Technician.
Our Band 5 Technicians are valued members of the multidisciplinary team at ward level and work as ACTs in the automated, Technician‑led dispensary. You will gain experience across a variety of clinical specialities, working closely with pharmacists and other health care professionals to deliver a high quality, patient‑focussed medicines management service.
Main duties of the job
The main duties will depend on previous experience but will encompass: Working as an Accredited Checking and Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician.
* Dispensing and issuing prescriptions both in the department and at ward level
* Participation in the ward based medicines management service undertaking accurate drug histories, assessing patients medication for suitability to use, organising supplies for patients use when in hospital and at discharge and providing advice and counselling to patients (if not accredited you will be expected to undertake the all‑Wales qualification to allow you to undertake this aspect of the role)
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team‑oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
* BTEC Pharmacy Technician or equivalent in pharmaceutical science NVQ level 3 pharmaceutical sciences Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician Accredited Medicines management Pharmacy Technician Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC
Experience
* post qualification experience as a Pharmacy Technician Previous experience working in a hospital setting Organising dispensary workflow
* Experience in all areas of hospital pharmacy Supervisory management experience
Aptitude and Abilities
* Good communicator both written and verbal
* Ability to speak Welsh
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum pro rata
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