Pharmaceutical Technician Teicneoir Cogaisiochta in Dublin
- Salary
- €42,415–€53,952 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 22 Oct 2026
About the Role
St. Columcille’s Hospital (SCH) Loughlinstown is located on the border of County Wicklow. It is a model 2 hospital and is aligning itself to the Sláintecare vision and provides a range of services to a diverse population covering South County Dublin and County Wicklow. St. Columcille’s Hospital is committed to providing a quality, patient focused service in a way that meets all patient needs in an equitable, efficient and safe manner. We acknowledge the contribution of each member of staff and aim to encourage and support them in their on-going professional development.
The purpose of this post is to provide a pharmaceutical technician service for the pharmacy department and to all wards and clinical areas.
Details
Location: Dublin
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Salary: €42,415–€53,952 per year
Closing date: 22 Oct 2026
Requirements
Eligible candidates must be:
- EEA, Swiss, or British citizens
- Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State
Essential Criteria:
- Pharmaceutical Technicians Diploma or equivalent Pharmacy Technician Qualification awarded by an accredited body as follows:
- Pharmaceutical Technicians Diploma awarded by the University of Dublin, Trinity College
- Pharmacy Technician qualification at QQI level 6 awarded by Dublin Institute of Technology, Athlone Institute of Technology or Carlow Institute of Technology (ii)
- Pharmacy Services Certificate NVQ level 3 offered by Irish Pharmacy union (iii)
- Currently employed as a pharmacy technician in the publicly funded Irish health system
- A relevant qualification at least equivalent to (ii) or (iii) above
Desirable Criteria:
- Basic therapeutic knowledge of medications used in a hospital environment.
- Experience in purchasing/procurement of medicines and ancillary substances within a hospital pharmacy service.
How to Apply
PLEASE COMPLETE AND UPLOAD THE APPLICATION FORM ATTACHED TO THE JOB ADVERT. CVs WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION.
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Frequently asked
- What are the essential qualifications for this role?
- Pharmaceutical Technicians Diploma or equivalent Pharmacy Technician Qualification awarded by an accredited body, including: Pharmaceutical Technicians Diploma awarded by the University of Dublin, Trinity College; Pharmacy Technician qualification at QQI level 6 awarded by Dublin Institute of Technology, Athlone Institute of Technology or Carlow Institute of Technology; Pharmacy Services Certificate NVQ level 3 offered by Irish Pharmacy union; currently employed as a pharmacy technician in the publicly funded Irish health system; or a relevant qualification at least equivalent to the above.
- What are the desirable criteria for this role?
- Basic therapeutic knowledge of medications used in a hospital environment and experience in purchasing/procurement of medicines and ancillary substances within a hospital pharmacy service.
- What are the citizenship requirements for this role?
- Eligible candidates must be EEA, Swiss, or British citizens or non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 22 Oct 2026
- How do I apply for this role?
- Complete and upload the application form attached to the job advert. CVs will not be accepted for this position.