Pharmacy Technician
- NHS
- Part Time
- Barton-upon-Humber
- 32073.00 - 39043.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our primary care team at [Practice/PCN Name]. This is an excellent opportunity for a registered pharmacy technician to develop their skills within a supportive, patient-focused environment, contributing to the safe and effective use of medicines for our practice population.
You will work closely with both practice-based and remote clinical pharmacists, GPs, nurses, and the wider primary care team to support medicines optimisation, repeat prescribing processes, and high-quality pharmaceutical care for patients in the community.
Main duties of the job
About us
Central Surgery is committed to delivering outstanding, compassionate care to our local community. Serving approximately 17000 patients our multi-disciplinary team work together, and have created a patient centred, forward thinking modern practice. We pride ourselves on staff development, with clear progression pathways and access to ongoing training.
Job responsibilities
Prescription management
- Manage and process repeat prescription requests accurately and in line with practice protocols
- Support medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge and care transfers
- Conduct structured medication reviews under the supervision of the clinical pharmacist, where competent to do so
Patient Support
- Liaise with community pharmacies, hospitals, and care homes to resolve medicines-related queries
- Support safe and efficient management of practice prescribing systems, including monitoring of high-risk medicines and shared care arrangements
- Provide advice to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals on the safe use of medicines
Audits and Quality
- Support audits relating to prescribing, medicines safety, and cost-effective prescribing
- Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
- Assist with the implementation of national and local prescribing guidance and safety alerts
Data Management
- Maintain accurate records in line with legal and professional requirements
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of pharmacy law and current NHS medicines management practices
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Competent IT skills, including experience with clinical/prescribing systems
- Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a community, primary care, or hospital pharmacy setting
- Experience with prescribing/clinical IT systems (e.g. SystmOne, EMIS)
Desirable
- Previous experience working within a GP practice or Primary Care Network
- Experience supporting medicines optimisation or structured medication reviews
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 / BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science (or equivalent)
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
The Central Surgery
Address
10 King Street
Barton Upon Humber
DN18 5ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.centralsurgerybarton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
