Part-time Hybrid/Onsite Primary Care Pharmacy Technician, Durham

The Pharmacist Network; Lanchester; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A national pharmacy organization is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician in Lanchester to provide clinical support in a hybrid work model. Responsibilities include medication management, patient communication, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Candidates must be registered pharmacy technicians with experience in primary care. The role offers flexible working hours and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

GPhC fees and DBS applications paid

5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays

Sick pay according to company policy

Health & wellbeing programme

Flexibility in work pattern

Company equipment provided

Qualifications

• Registered with GPHC.
• Experience in primary care or GP practice setting (6-12+ months).
• Completion of CPPE pathway required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medication reconciliations using clinical letters.
• Manage and screen prescriptions.
• Address patient medication queries.
• Coordinate with local pharmacies on stock issues.
• Perform medication monitoring and audits.

Skills

Medication Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician qualification

Tools

SystemOne clinical system

Job description

Part-time Hybrid/Onsite Primary Care Pharmacy Technician, Durham

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Hybrid/Onsite based Pharmacy Technician due to company growth and expansion to work part-time (18.75hrs) for a practice in Durham . This opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Pharmacy Technicians, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice splitting their time between a few days onsite and few days working from home, whilst playing a vital role in providing clinical support and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines.

The work pattern split of onsite and remote working can be negotiated.

Part-time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practice.

Main duties of the job

As a hybrid/onsite Pharmacy Technician you will confidently act 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 the improvementof access to healthcare.

About us

The Pharmacist Network are a Pharmacy led organisation who provide Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians to General Practices nationally. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining likeminded individuals who are passionate about patient centred care, and we value a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.

The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, 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 of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in patient care through your expertise as a Pharmacy Technician. If this role is suitable for you, please apply today. We look forward to receiving your application!

Benefits for employees:

• GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid
• 5 weeks of annual leave PLUS bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)
• Sick pay (in line with company policy)
• Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts
• An established network of over 250+ pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available
• Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader
• Flexibility

Job responsibilities

• Medication Reconciliations using clinical letters and post hospital discharge summaries
• Medicine Management including Prescription screening and processing
• Respond and communicate to patient related medication queries
• Communicate with local pharmacies regarding stock supplies issues and shortages
• Medication synchronisation in line with regular repeat prescription
• Medication monitoring recalls (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)
• Prescribing audits in line with CQC/QOF targets as set by the Prescribing Team (training can be provided)
• Standard/Annual medication monitoring
• Shared Care Protocols
• Action medicines safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB
• Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews (training can be given)
• Assist with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication Review) Screening (training can be given)

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification to show you are registered Pharmacy Technician with GPHC
• Have CPPE pathway completed

Experience

• Have 6-12+ months experience working in primary care/GP practice setting
• Have experience using SystemOne clinical system

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.