PCN Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacist Network; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chipping Norton seeks a motivated Pharmacy Technician to join their team. The role involves medication reconciliation, patient support, and collaboration with local pharmacies to enhance patient outcomes. Ideal candidates should be registered as Pharmacy Technicians and have experience in a primary care setting. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays

Health & wellbeing programme

Mentorship opportunities

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant qualification as a registered Pharmacy Technician.
• Completion of CPPE primary care pathway is required.
• 6-12+ months experience in primary care or GP practice setting.

Responsibilities

• Medication reconciliation of clinical letters and hospital discharge summaries.
• Support the repeat dispensing process.
• Coordinate with local pharmacies to manage stock levels.

Skills

Medication reconciliation

Medicine management

Patient communication

Clinical support

Medication safety alerts action

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician

CPPE primary care pathway

Tools

EMIS

Job description

At The Pharmacist Network, we value our employees and are committed to supporting their professional growth and well-being. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Main duties of the job

As a Primary Care 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 improvement of access to healthcare.

About us

The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organisation providing high-quality pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to general practices nationwide. We are committed to delivering patient-centred care and fostering a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. Our workforce of over 250 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is supported by an experienced senior clinical team who facilitate training, development and workflow management across primary care and PCN settings.

Job responsibilities

The Pharmacist Network are a pharmacist led organisation who provide Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians to General Practices nationally. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining like-minded 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.

We are delighted to be able to offer an excellent opportunity for a Onsite Pharmacy Technician to join a practice within Chipping Norton. Due to continued company growth and our developing partnerships with numerous Primary Care Networks (PCNs) across the UK, we are seeking a motivated and dedicated Registered Pharmacy Technician to help deliver outstanding care and support within general practice settings. The successful candidate will adhere to all relevant safety and clinical governance guidelines while continuously upholding the core values of a pharmacy technician profession and maintaining a strong focus on best practice

About the Role As a Pharmacy Technician, you will have successfully completed the CPPE pathway or currently be enrolled. In your day-to-day role, you will help ensure the smooth running of general practice by providing expert clinical support and advice to patients, promoting the safe and effective use of medicines, and consistently working within the competencies of your role, with active support from an experienced senior TPN team member and the wider Pharmacy Technician team.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a supportive, professional multi-disciplinary environment while further developing your skills and contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care. This is an evolving role with continuous scope for development as we expand our pharmacy technician team.

Job Duties:

• Medication Reconciliation of clinical letters and Hospital Discharge Summaries
• Medicine Management including prescription screening and processing
• Supporting with the ‘Repeat Dispending’ process
• Responding and communicating to patient related medication queries
• Coordinating with local pharmacies to manage stock levels and shortages
• Medication synchronisation in line with regular repeat prescription
• To oversee medication recall processes, ensuring timely responses and compliance. (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)
• Doac Monitoring
• Prescribing audits in house, plus those associated with CQC/QOF or local incentive schemes as set by the Prescribing Team/ICB (training can be provided)
• Reviewing existing and new Shared Care Protocols and acting on them appropriately
• To action medicines safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB
• To complete Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews (training can be given)
• Assisting with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication Review) Screening (training can be given)
• Create and run reports within the practice clinical systems to identify/stratify patients for review

Why join The Pharmacist Network

At The Pharmacist Network, we value our employees and are committed to supporting their professional growth and well-being. We offer a competitive salary, flexible remote working arrangements, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive work environment. By joining our team, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care while advancing your career alongside experienced healthcare professionals.

If you are a motivated and dedicated Pharmacy Technician ready to contribute your expertise, we welcome your application and look forward to considering you for this role. 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.

• Professional GPhC fees and DBS applications paid
• Competitive salary with opportunities for progression
• 5 weeks of annual leave PLUS bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)
• Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced colleagues
• Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts
• An established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available
• True recognition and rewards for outstanding performance-‘Employee of the month’
• Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader
• An established network of over 200 employees nationally, including pharmacists and technicians with ongoing dedicated senior support available
• In-house lunchtime training and ‘drop-in-sessions’ on specific topics e.g. ADHD share care agreements, Hypertension management and sharing good practice
• Company Pension scheme
• Automatic ‘Associateship’ with MORPh
• A great ‘Network’ of technicians for extra guidance, support and collaborative working

We invite you to Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care through your expertise as a pharmacy technician in your own right all while delivering a meaningful impact on patient care. If this role aligns with your skills and experience, we strongly encourage you to apply today. We look forward to receiving your application!

Please contact our Senior Pharmacy Technician Natalie Jacobs for any queries about the position at [e-mail]

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification to show you are a registered Pharmacy Technician
• A CPPE primary care pathway

Experience

• Have 6-12+ months experience working in primary care/GP practice setting
• Experience using EMIS
• To live a commutable distance to the practice

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.