Band 5 Pharmacy Technician (Medicines Management) - Kent

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.

Why Choose Pulse?

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How to Apply

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Reasonable Adjustments

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