Onsite Pharmacy Technician Richmond (TPN-ON-PT-PARKS)

NHS; Richmond; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a full-time Pharmacy Technician at NHS in Richmond, Surrey. The role involves supporting the General Practice team, managing medication queries, and improving patient outcomes. Join a dedicated team focused on patient-centered care and benefit from a supportive work environment.

Benefits

GPhC fees and DBS applications paid

5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays

Sick pay in line with company policy

Health & wellbeing program

Support from a national network of pharmacists

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in a primary care/GP practice setting.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician qualification required.
• Experience with CPPE Pathway preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medication reconciliations and manage prescriptions.
• Communicate with patients regarding medication queries.
• Monitor medication recalls and perform safety audits.

Skills

Medication management

Patient communication

Clinical support

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician qualification

Tools

EMIS

SystemOne

Job description

Job summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an onsite-based Pharmacy Technician due to company growth and expansion to work full-time within one of our practices in Richmond, Surrey. This role is suitable for highly motivated and focused Pharmacy Technicians, responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, and providing clinical support and advice to patients, focusing on best practices and safety guidelines.

Full-time hours are within the core opening hours of the GP practice.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will act confidently within professional standards and boundaries, supporting and working alongside your General Practice team as well as Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within TPN. You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes, and support increased access to healthcare.

About us

The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organization providing Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians to general practices nationwide. We value a culture of positivity, transparency, and excellence, and attract individuals passionate about patient-centered care. Our current workforce includes over 250 Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians with extensive experience and expertise.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Join our team

Make a difference in patient care through your expertise as a Pharmacy Technician. If interested, please apply today. We look forward to your application!

Benefits for employees:

• GPhC fees and DBS applications paid
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata as required)
• Sick pay in line with company policy
• Health & wellbeing program including confidential counseling, digital gym, and store discounts
• Support from a network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior support
• Flexibility
• Pension scheme

Job details

Date posted: 22 May 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: Depending on experience, £28,000 - £32,500

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Parkshot Medical Practice, 18 Parkshot, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 2RG

Job responsibilities

• Medication reconciliations using clinical letters and post-hospital discharge summaries
• Medicine management including prescription screening and processing
• Responding to and communicating with patients regarding medication queries
• Communicating with local pharmacies about stock issues and shortages
• Medication synchronization with regular repeat prescriptions
• Monitoring recalls (e.g., BP, blood tests, annual reviews)
• Conducting prescribing audits in line with CQC/QOF targets (training provided)
• High-risk drug monitoring
• Standard/annual medication monitoring
• Participating in ICB Medicine Incentive Schemes
• Following shared care protocols
• Acting on medicine safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB
• Performing Level 1 and 2 medication reviews (training provided)
• Assisting with Pre-SMR (Structured Medication Review) screening (training provided)

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• At least 6 months experience working in a primary care/GP practice setting
• Registered Pharmacy Technician qualification

Experience (Essential)

• CPPE Pathway
• Experience with EMIS or SystemOne or both

Additional requirements

This role is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more info, see NHS Careers website.