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  • How many Pharmaceutical Technician jobs are available on Pertemps?

    There are 1 Pharmaceutical Technician jobs available on Pertemps right now.

  • What does a Pharmaceutical Technician do?

    Pharmaceutical technicians, under the supervision of a pharmacist, check incoming goods, control stock, handle and store pharmaceuticals properly. Where permitted by national rules, they dispense medication and provide advice on their appropriate use.

    Tasks required include:

    • Checks received prescriptions for legality and accuracy.
    • Prepares drugs and medicines under the supervision of pharmacist.
    • Prepares specialised, tailor-made drugs for intravenous administration by hospital medical staff.
    • Labels and checks items prior to dispensing.
    • Maintains records of prescriptions received and drugs issued.
    • Advises patients or customers on the use of drugs prescribed or medication purchased over the counter.
    • Checks stock levels, orders new stock from pharmaceutical companies and ensures that drugs are stored appropriately.
  • What are the entry requirements for a Pharmaceutical Technician?

    Entrants to training usually possess GCSEs/S grades or the equivalent. Training is typically a combination of practical experience and study at a college or by open learning towards vocational qualifications. An approved competency and an approved knowledge based qualification and two years’ experience is required to register as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

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