Role Description
As an ACT, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every prescription is dispensed accurately, safely and on time. Working in a fast-paced pharmacy environment, you’ll be responsible for:
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Checking dispensed items
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Maintaining high standards of quality and compliance
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Helping the team meet key service and performance targets
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Spotting opportunities for improvement
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Promoting best practice
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Keeping dispensary operations running safely and efficiently
Qualifications
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Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) qualification, or Pharmacy Technician qualification with ACT accreditation
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Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
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Previous experience working in a pharmacy environment, including community, online, or dispensing pharmacy settings
Requirements
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Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to maintain high levels of accuracy in a regulated environment
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting while managing competing priorities and deadlines
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Confident using IT systems and able to quickly learn new technologies and processes
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate-level Excel skills
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Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve shared goals and service standards
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Demonstrates initiative, a proactive approach to problem solving, and a commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Benefits
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Competitive contributory pension
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Occupational sick pay
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Long-service awards and refer-a-friend bonuses
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Professional registration fees covered (GPhC, NMC, CIPD and more)
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Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (subject to eligibility)
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
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Flexible hybrid working to help balance work and home life
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Private healthcare insurance at discounted rates (Aviva)
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Employee Assistance Programme and in-house mental health support
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Access to discounted gym memberships via Blue Light Card and benefits schemes
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Regular health and wellbeing initiatives
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Strong commitment to CPD, training and professional development
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25 days’ annual leave, increasing with service
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Buy and sell holiday scheme
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Blue Light Card and employee discount platform
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Exclusive discounts at The Springs, Leeds
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25% off health & beauty purchases
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25% off Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor services
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Regular social events throughout the year