- .Army Reserve
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- .Pharmacy Technician
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- medical
- Soldier
- Reserve
Pharmacy Technician - Reserve
No Army medical team is complete without a Pharmacy Technician. You play a key role in caring for troops by dispensing vital medications and advice.
Starting day rate
£0
Role details
Age
To apply for this position, you must be between 18 years old and 49 years & 6 months old at the time of your application.
Education
Clinically Qualified and current and working in this field.
Need help?
Have any questions? Your local unit will help you through the process.
Step 1
You start Basic Training, this consists of two main courses and some online training packages. You can book on the courses to fit around your daily life, so it could take you several months to finish your basic training.
Module 1: Foundation Training. 5 alternate residential weekends Fri - Sun at an Army training centre OR a nine-day residential course.
Module 2: Battlecamp. 15-day residential course at an Army training establishment. You will learn fieldcraft, Skill at Arms, fitness training, qualities of a soldier, military knowledge, Battlefield casualty drills, individual health and education. This will culminate with a Passing Off Parade which your family and friends can attend to celebrate your success.
Step 2
Once your basic soldiering training is complete, you will move on to do trade-specific training with your Unit.
You’ll be paid on a daily rate commensurate to your qualifications This includes being paid for weekly drill nights. Plus, if you complete all of your annual training days, you’re entitled to a tax-free lump sum called a bounty.
This includes being paid for weekly drill nights. Plus, if you complete all of your annual training days, you’re entitled to a tax-free lump sum called a bounty.
On successful entry into the Royal Army Medical Services Reserve you will be eligible to apply for consideration in CPD for Professional Qualifications commensurate to your role within the Royal Army Medical Services.