About this role
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
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility.GOV.UK www.gov.uk
All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Registration Essential
Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician or be eligible to register
knowledge Essential
To maintain own knowledge base and remain up to date with current issues in undertaking continual professional development
Desirable
Understanding of hospital pharmacy
Experience Essential
Experience of using JAC software Participates in weekend / bank holiday / evening duty rotas
Qualifications Essential
NVQ 3 / BTec in Pharmacy Services or equivalent; or working towards completion
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)