Pharmacy Technician, Higher Level Specialist Mental Health


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£32,073 - £39,043
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Chelmsford, CM1 3AG
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	21 Aug 2026
Closing date:	13 Sept 2026

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Summary

Dispense in-patient, out-patient, and leave/discharge prescriptions and clinical trial materials. Process prescriptions using the pharmacy IT system; select, compile, package and label and record prescription items according to departmental procedure. Final check clinically screened prescriptions and orders prepared by other pharmacy staff, before release to the ward or unit. Maintain controlled drug registers, making entries, checking and reconciling stock as appropriate. Assess suitability of pharmaceutical products for return to stock. Return items using the pharmacy IT system, or dispose of them according to departmental procedure. Assist with order checking, unpacking and storage of stock, ensuring appropriate stock rotation. Process ward stock orders using the pharmacy IT system, pick and package orders for delivery. Take an active role in the pharmacy team and provide support to less experienced staff. Seek advice from senior pharmacy colleagues as appropriate in order to provide advice to clinicians Take part in weekend, bank holiday, early and late working rotas, as required. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation relating to the use of medicines, including the Medicines Act, Misuse of Drugs Act, Human Medicines Regulations etc. Undertake appropriate training at ward level to continue expanding skills and maintain clinical knowledge. Actively participate in the education and training of new staff members, including pre-registration pharmacy technicians and foundation pharmacists.

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