Locum Band 5 ACT Pharmacy Technician – Coventry, NHS Hospital

  • Location: Coventry, West Midlands
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Pharmacy
  • Working arrangement: Field Based
  • Salary: £18 - 21 per hour
  • Published: February 17, 2025
Job reference: ALEX1702
Consultant: Alex Roberts

Are you an experienced ACT Pharmacy Technician looking for an exciting locum role in Coventry? We are seeking a qualified Band 5 ACT Pharmacy Technician to join a friendly NHS Hospital team with a flexible working schedule and competitive pay!

  • Job Title: Locum Band 5 ACT Pharmacy Technician
  • Location: NHS Hospital, Coventry
  • Duration: 3-6 months (with potential extension)
  • Schedule: Flexible 3, 4, or 5 days per week (9am – 5pm, 30-minute lunch break)
  • Start Date: ASAP (March 2025)
  • End Date: Ongoing with possibility to extend
  • Rate of Pay: £18 – £21 per hour (depending on experience)
  • Contact: Alex Roberts – 0203 475 4858 / aroberts@hg-ahp.com
  • Free parking on-site

What You’ll Be Doing:

In this role, you will be working within the inpatient pharmacy team of a busy NHS hospital. As an Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT), your daily tasks will include:

  • Accuracy checking of dispensed medications to ensure they are accurate and meet safety standards before being handed over to patients.
  • Collaborating with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to ensure medication is being prescribed and dispensed according to the patient’s needs.
  • Providing support to the pharmacy team with medication orders, inventory management, and clinical queries.
  • Performing stock management and supporting the ward-based services by providing timely and accurate medication information.
  • Assisting with patient counseling and medication queries when required.

Your attention to detail will play a critical role in ensuring the safety of the medications dispensed in the inpatient department, making a positive difference to patient care.


Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A valid ACT qualification (Accuracy Checking Technician).
  • Proven experience in an ACT pharmacy technician role (preferably in a hospital setting).
  • Prior hospital experience is preferred, but candidates from the community pharmacy sector are also encouraged to apply.
  • A strong commitment to patient safety and the ability to accurately check prescriptions.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
  • NHS experience is an advantage but not essential.

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

  • Flexible working hours: Choose between 3, 4, or 5 days per week (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm).
  • 3-6 month contract with potential extension based on performance and service needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic NHS team and develop your career within the hospital setting. If you are a qualified ACT Pharmacy Technician looking for a new challenge, apply now!

Why Choose Us?

This role is managed by Hunter Gatherer AHP, a leading NHS recruitment agency, specializing in locum and permanent positions for healthcare professionals. We provide high-paying locum jobs with fast and easy registration, bi-weekly payroll, and dedicated support from recruitment consultants who understand your field.

Benefits of working with us:

✔ High locum pay rates
✔ Flexibility to choose your working days
✔ Bi-weekly payroll
✔ Specialist recruitment consultants
✔ Exclusive job opportunities in both NHS & private sectors
✔ CV marketing and business development support
✔ Professional networking events & discounted CPD


Apply Now:
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. Contact Alex Roberts – 0203 475 4858 / aroberts@hg-ahp.comor click below to apply.

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