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.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

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

Nice to have

Experience working in a range of pharmacy settings; Understanding of Homecare Pharmacy services

Benefits

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