Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT)

This role supports Alcura, a Cencora business providing pharmaceutical and patient support services across Europe., We are recruiting for a qualified Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) to join our Homecare Pharmacy team in Northampton. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a structured, highly supportive environment where your focus will be on accuracy, safety and operational efficiency, rather than direct patient-facing activity. You will play a key role in delivering an organised and accurate dispensing service, supporting patient care and ensuring prescriptions are checked in line with regulatory standards. This role offers a strong work-life balance, with no weekend or bank holiday working. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 6:00pm.,

• Perform all duties of an Accuracy Checking Technician in line with GPhC standards under the direction of the Responsible Pharmacist
• Complete final accuracy checking of dispensed prescriptions to ensure patient safety
• Support the coordination and organisation of workflow within the dispensary and prescription processing teams
• Take responsibility for low and mid-tech prescription processes and associated queries
• Investigate and resolve pharmacy-related queries, communicating professionally with patients, customers and colleagues
• Support the training and development of pharmacy team members where required
• Assist with the implementation of corrective and preventative actions to maintain safety standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes to enhance efficiency and service delivery
• Support the Pharmacy Management Team with investigations relating to complaints and incidents (CAPA)
• Provide drug and technical information to colleagues and healthcare professionals where appropriate
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures and legal requirements
• Ensure the security of personnel, premises and stock at all times
• Maintain GPhC registration and complete ongoing CPD and relevant training
  
  GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician
• Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT) qualification
• Strong attention to detail with a proven record of accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills
• Good IT and systems literacy
• Customer-focused approach
Desirable:
• Experience working in a range of pharmacy settings
• Understanding of Homecare Pharmacy services
  
  Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!
  
  Annual bonus scheme
• GPhC registration/renewal fees paid by the company
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service up to 30 days
• No weekend working
• No bank holiday working
• Monday to Friday working pattern (9:30am to 6:00pm)
• Full training provided and ongoing development opportunities
• Non-patient facing role, offering a structured working environment