Dispensing technician average salary

Pharmaceutical technicians

£23,794

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Pharmaceutical technicians work in hospitals or in the community and assist pharmacists in the preparation and dispensing of drugs and medicines.

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

Entry requirements

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. To register as a pharmacy technician with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain an NVQ/ SVQ in Pharmacy Services at Level 3 is required