Pharmacy Technician; Bank

Pharmacy Technician (Bank) – The Winterbourne Hospital, Dorchester

Bank Shifts

Salary: Up to £14.50 per hour (depending on experience, training and qualification)

The Winterbourne Hospital in Dorchester is part of Circle Health Group, a leading provider of independent healthcare. This is a bank role with shifts on an “as and when required” basis. You will supplement staffing during busy periods and cover for staff on leave or absence.

• Dispense and prepare medicines accurately in accordance with prescriptions and legal requirements.
• Supply medications to wards, theatres, and outpatient departments, ensuring safe and timely distribution.
• Support discharge planning by preparing take-home medications and liaising with clinical teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in ward-based activities, including stock top-ups, medicines reconciliation, and patient counselling (within scope).
• Work closely with pharmacists and nursing teams to support safe and efficient use of medicines at ward level.
• Help identify and reduce medication waste through effective stock rotation and communication with clinical areas.

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (or equivalent qualification).
• Experience working in a hospital or healthcare pharmacy setting.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

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