Job Opportunity: Band 5/6 ACT Pharmacy Technicians Needed - Essex

Location: Essex
Pay: £18 - £24 per hour
⏰ Hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Start Date: ASAP

We are urgently seeking Band 5 / 6 ACT Pharmacy Technicians to join our hospital based client in Essex. If you're a skilled technician with experience in Accuracy Checking and a passion for patient care, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:

As an ACT Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Accuracy checking dispensed medicines and prescriptions in line with professional standards.
• Assisting in the clinical checking of prescriptions, ensuring all medications are correct and safe for patient use.
• Providing support to the pharmacy team and assisting with stock control, ordering, and dispensing.
• Supporting in the preparation and dispensing of specials and extemporaneous formulations as required.
• Working closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure the efficient delivery of patient care.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay rates: £18 - £24 per hour
• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday (9:00am - 5:30pm)
• ASAP start available
• Supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development
• Chance to make a real difference in patient care

What we need from you:

• ACT qualified Pharmacy Technician (essential)
• Registered with the GPhC
• Previous experience in accuracy checking and working within a hospital or community pharmacy
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

 Benefits of working with Hunter Gatherer AHP:

• Quick & simple online registration.
• Join the community and be part of a network of like-minded, conscientious locums with shared values for patients and clients.
• As part of the HG Ventures Group of Companies you'll get bi-weekly payments you can trust.
• Represented by AHP sector experts, we listen, understand your needs, and represent you professionally.
• A long-term relationship based on trust and understanding.
• Access to the very best roles nationwide.
• As part of the Hunter Gatherer AHP network, you will be appropriately marketed, in a consultative manner, taking the burden of business development away from you.
• Market knowledge, advice and knowledge sharing on market trends and opportunities.
• Access to exclusive Hunter AHP events and discounted CPD.
• Customer service, it's a simple philosophy but one we are passionate about.

How to apply:

If this job sounds perfect for you, please call our team on 0203 475 4858.

You could also send your CV to hboursnell@hg-ahp.com to find out more about the Pharmacy roles we have available.

Not available for this position? Recommend a friend or colleague! We operate a simple and transparent scheme - we pay you £250 for a successful placement (qualifying period applies).

About us:

Hunter Gatherer AHP are one of the UK's leading specialist Allied Health Professionals recruitment agencies.

Our job is to listen, respond and support you in your career goals. To understand your needs and partner with you to help you achieve them. We'll always be by your side finding you the right job at the right time, with friendly, caring service. What's more, we pay leading rates with multiple pay runs each week, so you'll never be left waiting. Just one of the reasons for our group's excellent 4.7 Google rating.