At a Glance
- Tasks: Support safe dispensing of prescriptions and respond to operational queries in a high-volume environment.
- Company: Boots is a leading pharmacy chain across the UK, committed to patient safety and service excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy a discretionary annual bonus, employee discounts, and enhanced parental leave pay.
- Other info: Training provided for those without previous checking capability.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced team delivering pharmacy services on a national scale with a focus on patient care.
- Qualifications: Must be registered with GPhC, PSNI, or PSI and possess excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the safe and accurate dispensing of prescriptions within a high-volume dispensing environment.
- Provide professional support to Boots stores across the UK, responding to operational and dispensing-related queries.
- Assist in maintaining service levels and communicate effectively with stores regarding any delays or issues.
- Ensure patient safety remains at the forefront of all activities.
- Support compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), governance requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Work collaboratively with Pharmacists and the wider DSP team to deliver an efficient and high-quality dispensing service.
- Carry out final accuracy checking duties where appropriately qualified and accredited.
- Support stock management, workflow optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain high standards of Health & Safety and contribute to a safe working environment.
- Ensure all activities are completed in line with Clinical Governance principles and regulatory requirements.
Typical Day
A typical day involves supporting the dispensing process for thousands of prescription items, working closely with colleagues to maintain service levels, handling store queries, ensuring prescriptions are processed accurately and efficiently, and helping to uphold the highest standards of patient safety, governance, and operational excellence.
About The Role
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a registered Pharmacy Technician to work in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment, contributing to the delivery of pharmacy services on a national scale while supporting Boots stores and helping to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
What You’ll Need (our Must-haves)
- Registered with the relevant pharmacy regulator (GPhC, PSNI, PSI).
- A genuine excitement for coaching and leading a dispensary team.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Motivation to change things for the better for our teams, customers and patients.
- A desire to deliver services and outstanding patient care.
- Ability to use pharmacy systems and technology.
It would be great if you also have
- Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability – however this is not essential as training will be given.
Rewards designed for you
- Boots Retirement Savings Plan.
- Discretionary annual bonus.
- Generous employee discounts.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child.
- Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.
- Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.
- CPD Days and protected learning time.
- GPhC/PSNI/PSI Fees reimbursed.
A Bit About Us
At Boots, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, creating a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included, they thrive, so we’re committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
Pharmacy Technician in Preston employer: Boots UK
Boots offers a supportive work environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Located across the UK, they provide generous benefits like CPD Days and 24/7 counselling support. The team focuses on delivering outstanding patient care and operational excellence.
