Specialist Medicines Information Pharmacy Technician- Band 6 | Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
| Company: | Croydon Health Services |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,953 - £54,254 . |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Thornton Heath, CR7 7YE |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 14 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Specialist Medicines Information Pharmacy Technician
This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in delivering a high-quality Medicines Information (MI) service that directly supports patient safety and clinical decision-making across the Trust. You will take ownership of the day-to-day running of the MI unit, responding to enquiries, conducting evidence-based research, and providing trusted advice to clinicians and healthcare teams. Alongside this, you will contribute to key initiatives such as formulary management, medicines safety communications, and service improvements—making a real, visible impact on prescribing practice and patient care.
You’ll also have a strong focus on developing others, making this role ideal for someone passionate about education and mentorship. You will train and support pharmacy technicians, trainee pharmacists, and students, helping them build essential skills in medicines information and clinical practice. From delivering inductions to contributing to ongoing professional development and national networking opportunities, you’ll be at the heart of fostering the next generation of pharmacy professionals.
Leadership is a key element of this role, offering the chance to shape and influence pharmacy services within a supportive and forward-thinking team.
Interview Date TBC
1. Provide technical support for the maintenance and development of a safe and efficient Medicines Information Service. This includes enquiry answering, database searching and maintenance / development of systems.
2. Provide training and supervision to all technicians, and undergraduate pharmacists assigned to Medicines Information. Assist in the provision of Medicines Information training to pre-registration and other pharmacists, PTPT and other staff in Medicines Information.
3. Co-ordinate medicines management related activities including supporting clinical teams with new drug application to facilitate a single system approach across SWL
4. Promote the safe, effective and economic use of medicines
5. Build and maintain proactive and effective relationships with all stakeholders including ICS colleagues and region wide colleagues.
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.
Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people’s homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.
Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.
If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that’s shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.
At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
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This advert closes on Sunday 26 Jul 2026
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