Job Description

Pharmacy Technician: Build Your Career at The Princess Royal Hospital

• Location: Haywards Heath | Trust: University Hospitals Sussex (UHSussex)
• Grade: Band 4 (with clear progression to Band 5) or immediate Band 5 for qualified candidates

Your Role and Impact

Are you an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician looking for a role where your development is a priority? Join our inclusive team at The Princess Royal Hospital. Whether you are already a Band 5 professional or a Pre-registration Technician qualifying in 2026, we offer a dynamic environment where you can truly make a difference in patient care.

At UHSussex, we don’t just fill prescriptions; we manage health. You will be at the heart of our Medicines Management and Dispensary services, ensuring our “Patient First” philosophy is met every day.

Why Choose UHSussex?

•  Structured Progression: We provide a comprehensive training package to help you transition from Band 4 to Band 5.
•  Diverse Experience: Enjoy four-month rotations across specialties including Acute Medicine, Respiratory, Stroke Rehabilitation, and Trauma/Surgery.
•  Professional Growth: We support your journey toward becoming an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) and offer internal medicines management training.
•  Wellness First: Benefit from an extensive staff wellbeing programme and active Staff Networks.
•  Flexibility: We welcome both full-time and part-time applicants and are happy to discuss shift patterns that work for you.

What You Will Be Doing

Your time will be split between ward-based clinical work and our busy hospital dispensary:
On the Wards (Medicines Management):

•  Conducting accurate drug histories and medication reconciliations.
•  Assessing Patients’ Own Drugs (PODs) and managing supplies.
•  Counseling patients on their medications to ensure safe discharge.
•  Collaborating with doctors, nurses, and pharmacists to resolve medication queries.
  In the Dispensary:
•  Accurately labeling and dispensing medications for in-patients and out-patients using the CMM system.
•  Performing final accuracy checks (once ACPT qualified).
•  Managing controlled drugs and ensuring the precise recording of batch numbers and expiry dates.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for motivated individuals who are:

•  Caring & Responsible: You treat patients with the same empathy you’d expect for yourself.
•  Team Players: You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy supporting your colleagues.
•  Skillful: You possess strong IT and interpersonal skills with a keen eye for detail.
•  Note on Visa Sponsorship: This role is eligible for the Skilled Worker route. Candidates on a Graduate Visa must have at least 18 months remaining at the time of application.

Ready to join the team?

We value the unique experiences you bring. Join a Trust rated ‘Outstanding for Caring’ and start a long, rewarding career with us.

View the Candidate Information Pack Here