Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust · Swindon, SN3 6BB
- Salary
- £28392.00 to £39043.00 p.a.
- Location
- Swindon, SN3 6BB
Medicines Optimisation Pharmacy Technician role at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Swindon, SN3 6BB. Salary: £28392.00 to £39043.00 p.a.. Source: NhsJobs. Apply directly with the employer via the link above.
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Job description
• Carrying out timely and accurate medicines reconciliation for patients on admission.
• Supporting safe and effective discharge through processing discharges at ward level and counselling patients about their medicines.
• Participating in ward-based medicines optimisation initiatives to reduce medication errors and improve outcomes.
• Helping implement best practice, formularies, and medicines policies across the Trust.
• Supporting medicines supply, stock management, and minimising waste.
• Using digital systems to improve the flow of medicines information and support clinical decision making.
• Acting as a role model for high-quality, patient-centred medicines management.
Were looking for someone who is:
•
• A registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) .
• Experienced in hospital or primary care pharmacy (though we welcome motivated candidates looking to broaden their experience).
• Confident communicating with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Passionate about improving patient safety and medicines optimisation.
Job description
• Carrying out timely and accurate medicines reconciliation for patients on admission.
• Supporting safe and effective discharge through processing discharges at ward level and counselling patients about their medicines.
• Participating in ward-based medicines optimisation initiatives to reduce medication errors and improve outcomes.
• Helping implement best practice, formularies, and medicines policies across the Trust.
• Supporting medicines supply, stock management, and minimising waste.
• Using digital systems to improve the flow of medicines information and support clinical decision making.
• Acting as a role model for high-quality, patient-centred medicines management.
Were looking for someone who is:
•
• A registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) .
• Experienced in hospital or primary care pharmacy (though we welcome motivated candidates looking to broaden their experience).
• Confident communicating with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Passionate about improving patient safety and medicines optimisation.
Description as published by the employer on NhsJobs.
About this pharmacy technician role in Swindon
This is a pharmacy technician vacancy at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based in Swindon. The role is listed on NhsJobs and forms part of the wider UK pharmacy jobs market tracked by PharmSee across 11 major chains and NHS sources. If you are researching pharmacy technician roles in Swindon, review the salary benchmark and similar open vacancies below to inform your application.
What does a pharmacy technician earn in South West?
Based on 15 PharmSee-tracked pharmacy technician salaries in South West, the median is £34,422 — most roles fall between £32,099 and £38,527. See the full pharmacy technician salary guide →
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PharmSee is currently tracking 6 active pharmacy vacancies in Swindon across all major UK chains and NHS sources. Swindon's pharmacy workforce and salary benchmarks are covered in detail in the PharmSee salary guide.
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More roles at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has 4 open pharmacy vacancies tracked by PharmSee. Recent roles:
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for this pharmacy technician role in Swindon?
The advertised salary for this pharmacy technician role at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is £28392.00 to £39043.00 p.a.. Typical pharmacy technician pay in Swindon varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.
Does Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?
Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 4 open pharmacy vacancies from Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust across the UK. Browse all Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.
How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Swindon?
PharmSee is currently tracking 6 active pharmacy vacancies in Swindon across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Swindon pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.
How do I apply for this role?
Applications are handled directly by the employer via NhsJobs. Use the Apply button above — you will be taken to the original listing to complete your application. PharmSee is not involved in the hiring decision.
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