Pharmacy Technician Apprentice
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Company: Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
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Location: Poole, BH17 0RB
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £24,785.00 per year
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000036732
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Application Deadline Date: 28/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: (Full time P/T will be considered (min 30 hrs per week) Shifts to be confirmed
Brief Description
Whether you're seeking a fresh and exciting challenge or you already work in pharmacy, this could be the opportunity for you! We are seeking motivated, well organised and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about patient care to join our dedicated pharmacy team.
Training to be Provided
- Over a 2-year apprenticeship, you will undertake a well-structured course programme delivered through a blend of online academic learning as well as practical, work-based learning
- You will gain hands on experience working across a variety of pharmacy sectors throughout Dorset
Future Prospects
- Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, further opportunities may be available to you within the company, but the experience and skills gained should prepare you for future progression within the industry
Vacancy Detail
- Dispensing medications for both inpatients and outpatients
- Stock management including expiry date checks, receiving deliveries, disposal and return of medication
- Assessing patient's own drugs (PODs) for use in a hospital setting
- Establishing accurate medication histories and completing medicines reconciliation to ensure safe and effective prescribing
- Performing final accuracy checks of dispensed medication
- Patient counselling on safe and effective use of medications and life style advice