Band 5 Pharmacy Technician - ACT (preferably with wards experience)- West Midlands

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician (ACT) – Band 5

Banding: Band 5

Location: West Midlands

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: asap – 3months plus

Hourly Rate: £18 - £20 ph umbrella (or its PAYE equivalent)

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, full-time

Job Overview 

Pulse is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 5 Pharmacy Technician (ACT) to join a busy NHS hospital pharmacy service in the West Midlands. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high‑quality dispensary services within a fast‑paced and supportive environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the safe and accurate supply of medicines, supporting clinical teams, and delivering patient‑centred care. Candidates with MTT experience are highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities 

• Deliver safe, efficient, and accurate dispensary services, including accuracy checking.


• Support medicines management services where required (preferred).


• Provide high‑quality medicines information and support to patients and healthcare professionals.


• Work collaboratively with pharmacists, technicians, and wider MDT colleagues.


• Ensure compliance with legal, professional, and organisational standards.


• Participate in audits, service development, and quality improvement initiatives.


• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold robust governance practices.

Qualifications and Experience 

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).


• ACT qualification/certificate (essential).


• Previous NHS hospital experience (essential).


• hospital wards experience (preferred but not essential).


• Strong communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment with excellent attention to detail.


• A proactive, patient‑focused, and professional approach.

If this sounds like you, I’d love to connect. Please send over your updated CV and let me know your availability before the role is gone :)

Not available right now? No problem — referrals are hugely appreciated, and we have locum roles available across the UK.
💸 Referral Bonus Scheme:
• 1st placed referral – £300
• 2nd placed referral – £500
• 3rd placed referral – £650
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Why Choose Pulse? 

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.

How to Apply 

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Reasonable Adjustments 

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.

International Recruitment Notice 

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