Job Description

Exciting Opportunity: Locum Hospital ACTs needed - Cambridge

Job Title: Locum ACT Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient Dispensary

Location: Cambridge, NHS Hospital

Contract: 6 Months (with possible extension)

Hours: Full-time (Mon-Fri, 9am - 5pm, 30-minute lunch break) – Part-time considered

Pay: £16 - £21 per hour, Band 5 level

Payment via: Umbrella

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and professional Locum ACT Pharmacy Technician to join our NHS clients' Inpatient Dispensary team at a reputable NHS hospital in Cambridge. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, providing high-quality pharmaceutical care to inpatient services.

Key Responsibilities:

Accurately dispense medications to hospital patients as part of the inpatient pharmacy service.

Work collaboratively with the pharmacy and healthcare teams to ensure safe, efficient, and effective use of medicines.

Provide pharmaceutical advice and support to patients and clinical staff as needed.

Maintain accurate records of medication usage and dispensing activities.

Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.

Support in the management of medication stock, including ordering, storing, and stock rotation.

Requirements:

Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Relevant qualifications and experience as a Pharmacy Technician.

Previous experience in an inpatient hospital setting (preferable).

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Good communication skills and the ability to work with patients and healthcare professionals.

Additional Information:

This role is initially offered as a 6-month locum contract, with the potential for extension.

Working hours are Mon-Fri, 9am - 5pm with a 30-minute lunch break. Part-time options may be considered for the right candidate.

Pay rate is competitive at £16 - £21 per hour, dependent on experience, in line with Band 5 NHS rates.

Payment is via Umbrella company.

If you're available immediately and ready to start, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now for this fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

If interested in this fantastic opportunity, please call Alex on (phone number removed), text (phone number removed) or email . 

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)

Why work with Hunter?

Join the community: be part of a network of like-minded, conscientious locums with shared values for patients and clients.

Represented by AHP sector experts, we listen, understand your needs and represent you professionally.

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A long-term relationship based on trust and understanding.

Access to the very best requirements nationwide.

As part of the Hunter AHP network you will be appropriately marketed, in a consultative manner, taking the burden of business development away from you.

Weekly payments you can trust, Hunter AHP is part of the Hunter/Gatherer Group of Companies.

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Access to exclusive Hunter AHP events and discounted CPD