Job summary Our Pharmacy Technicians make a real difference by delivering outstanding patient-centred service to the communities we serve; from triaging patients, to inspiring and coaching the healthcare team, and providing expert technical advice on the supply of medicines Main duties of the job At Boots we are at the forefront of innovation in community pharmacy working in partnership with the NHS, the Government and local communities and as a Pharmacy Technician you will play a key role in leading the pharmacy team to provide a service that our patients can trust. As a Boots Pharmacy Technician with checking capability, you will have plenty of opportunities to develop yourself and progress your career or continue to offer a brilliant service to your local community with ongoing CPD. About us At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, it's with you, we change for the better. Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number R0028-251011BR Job locations Boots The Chemists Ltd Outer Circle Road Lincoln LN2 4WA Boots The Chemists Ltd 40 Orchard Street Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 7LG Boots The Chemists Ltd Commercial Street Rothwell Leeds LS26 0AP Boots Pharmacy Grange Street Kilmarnock Ayrshire KA1 2DD Boots The Chemists Ltd 16 English Street Longtown Carlisle CA6 5SD Job description Job responsibilities Your main responsibilities will include: Providing expert, tailored advice to patients about available medicines, products or Macmillan Cancer Support. Delivering various services dependant on the store needs. Building great relationships with your pharmacy team; coaching and inspiring them to deliver the highest standard of care. Assisting with the triage of patients and distributing prescription handouts. Taking ownership for legal, safe and ethical decision-making in the pharmacy. Manage operational tasks including replenishing stock, workload management, order fulfilment, receiving and handling controlled drugs whilst ensuring patient safety. Evidence of successful completion from a recognised training provider, such as Buttercups. If you do not already hold a formal qualification in accuracy checking, you are required to complete the Boots 6-week Accuracy Checking Programme. Job description Job responsibilities Your main responsibilities will include: Providing expert, tailored advice to patients about available medicines, products or Macmillan Cancer Support. Delivering various services dependant on the store needs. Building great relationships with your pharmacy team; coaching and inspiring them to deliver the highest standard of care. Assisting with the triage of patients and distributing prescription handouts. Taking ownership for legal, safe and ethical decision-making in the pharmacy. Manage operational tasks including replenishing stock, workload management, order fulfilment, receiving and handling controlled drugs whilst ensuring patient safety. Evidence of successful completion from a recognised training provider, such as Buttercups. If you do not already hold a formal qualification in accuracy checking, you are required to complete the Boots 6-week Accuracy Checking Programme. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and willing to complete our 6-week training course to become qualified to check prescriptions. A passion 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 Desirable Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability however this is not essential as training will be given. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC and willing to complete our 6-week training course to become qualified to check prescriptions. A passion 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 Desirable Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician with checking capability however this is not essential as training will be given. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Boots UK Address Boots The Chemists Ltd Outer Circle Road Lincoln LN2 4WA Employer's website https://www.boots.jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)