We are currently looking for a Pharmacy Technician (GPhC registered) with experience to join our team.
The Pharmacy Technician will work as part of the multidisciplinary team within the General Practice to support safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines. They will assist with medicines optimisation, repeat prescribing processes, patient education, and clinical administrative tasks under the supervision of a clinical pharmacist and GPs.
Medicines Optimisation
Conduct medication reviews.
Review patient compliance and support adherence through education and advice.
Monitor high-risk medicines and ensure required blood tests and safety checks are up to date.
Undertake regular audits that pertain to patient safety.
Repeat Prescribing & Medicines Management
Process repeat prescription requests in line with practice protocols.
Update patient medication records, reconcile medicines, and identify discrepancies.
Manage acute medication requests and queries, escalating appropriately.
Support safe transfer of care by reconciling discharge summaries, clinic letters, and hospital medication changes.
Patient Support & Communication
Provide information and promote understanding of medicines to patients, carers, and care homes.
Advise on safe storage, disposal, and correct use of medicines.
Respond to patient queries related to prescriptions and medication availability.
Clinical Systems & Administrative Support
Use GP clinical systems SystmOne to update medication records and read codes.
Monitor stock issues and medication safety alerts.
Contribute to the development and implementation of practice protocols and policies around medicines.
Collaborative Working
Work closely with GPs, clinical pharmacists, nurses, reception team, PCN staff, and community pharmacies.
Please apply with a covering letter and CV
Salary will be dependent on experience and working pattern is negotiable for fulltime positions.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,768.36-£31,170.01 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
