Pharmacy Technician

Job summary

A Band 4 Rotational Pharmacy Technician is a career-level role within the TRFT that develops broad, hands-on clinical and technical expertise through rotations across a variety of departments, including Dispensary, Aseptic Services, Electronic Prescribing, Medicines Administration EPMA and Wards. In dispensary services, the role involves dispensing To Take Out (TTO) and inpatient prescriptions, managing stock control, and handling Controlled Drugs (CDs). Ward-based duties include carrying out ward stock top-ups, assessing patients own medications, and supporting the discharge process through TTO prescriptions. Within aseptic services, technicians assist with the preparation of sterile products, chemotherapy treatments, and Central Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS). Key responsibilities also include performing final accuracy checks on dispensed medicines, providing straightforward patient counselling on the safe use of medicines, and supervising. To work in this role, candidates are required to hold a BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or an equivalent qualification, and must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Main duties of the job

A Band 4 Rotational Pharmacy Technician undertakes a wide range of pharmacy technical duties to support pharmacy services for inpatients, wards, departments, and across the Trust. The role involves working across several key areas, including dispensary services, ward-based services, aseptic services, pharmacy informatics, and supporting clinical trials. Responsibilities include dispensing and accuracy checking prescriptions, supplying pharmaceutical stock to wards and departments, managing controlled drugs, and ensuring the safe and effective supply of medicines. Ward-based duties include supporting clinical teams with medicines reconciliation, assessing Patients Own Drugs (PODs), and carrying out ward stock top-ups. The role will also involve preparing sterile products, chemotherapy, and Central Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS) products in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice standards. The post-holder communicates regularly with patients, including counselling them on the safe and appropriate use of medicines, while also liaising closely with hospital colleagues. In addition, the role supports undertaking ongoing professional development.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship

Details

• Date posted: 03 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 4
• Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum, pro rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: C9165-26-05-070
• Job locations: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust, Moorgate Road, Rotherham, S60 2UD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.