Senior Pharmacy Technician - Dispensary | The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Employer:
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location:
Birmingham, B31 2AP
Contract Type:
Permanent
Hours:
Full time
Disability Confident:
Yes
Closing Date:
30/01/2026
About this job
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, self‑motivated and committed Senior Pharmacy Technician to join the Dispensary Team.
We require excellent communication, interpersonal skills, organisation, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Adaptability to changing demands and a commitment to a high‑quality, patient‑focused service are essential.
The role of the successful candidate will include:
* Provide technical support to the dispensary, including the labelling and dispensing of inpatient requests, outpatient and discharge prescriptions, controlled drugs, and clinical trials.
* Ensure a high standard of stock control and stock rotation within the dispensary.
* Assist pharmacists in providing comprehensive patient counselling to all outpatients, optimising patient knowledge of their medications.
* Provide technical support to the lead/Chief technician and work effectively in a multidisciplinary pharmacy environment.
* Maintain rapport with medical and other colleagues.
* Assist in the training of new and junior staff (e.g., trainee pharmacists, trainee technician students, pharmacy assistants).
* Counsel patients on their medicines in accordance with departmental standards to enhance the quality of patient care.
Additional responsibilities include supervising workflow on a day‑to‑day basis, supporting staff development, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
The ROH is an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident Leader, offering inclusive, family‑friendly policies and flexible working arrangements.
Flexible working requests will be considered. If you have a disability and require support or reasonable adjustments with your application, please contact the recruiting manager.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
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