Pharmacy Technican

NHS; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local GP practice in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their primary care team. The role involves leading the medicines reconciliation process, managing prescriptions, and ensuring medication safety. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, work well in a multidisciplinary team, and have prior experience in a primary care setting. Competitive salary of £27,000 to £30,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a primary care, clinical or NHS setting.
• Experience supporting medicines optimisation or audit activities.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the medicines reconciliation process.
• Manage repeat prescriptions and support medicines optimisation.
• Provide guidance on the safe use of medications.

Skills

Knowledge of NHS prescribing systems

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Proactive problem-solving

Tools

EMIS or other GP clinical systems

Job description

Everest House Surgery is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our primary care team. Based entirely at our surgery, this role is central to ensuring safe and effective management of patient medications. You will lead the medicines reconciliation process, support repeat prescription management, and contribute to medicines optimisation to improve patient outcomes. Working closely with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff, you will help maintain high standards of medication safety and regulatory compliance, while providing guidance to both patients and the practice team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive pharmacy professional who wants to make a real difference in patient care within a supportive and dynamic primary care environment.

Main duties of the job

The Pharmacy Technician will lead the medicines reconciliation process, manage repeat prescriptions, and support medicines optimisation to improve patient outcomes. They will collaborate with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff on medication-related matters, maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory compliance, provide advice to patients on safe medication use, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives to ensure high standards of medication safety within the practice.

About us

Everest House Surgery is a patient-centred GP practice committed to providing high-quality primary care to our local community. We offer a wide range of services, including general medical consultations, chronic disease management, health promotion, and preventive care. Our dedicated team of GPs, nurses, and administrative staff work collaboratively to ensure patients receive safe, effective, and personalised care. The practice values innovation, continuous improvement, and a supportive environment where all staff are encouraged to develop professionally while making a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our patients.

Job responsibilities

Everest House Surgery is seeking a skilled and proactive Pharmacy Technician to join our primary care team. Based entirely at the surgery, the postholder will lead the medicines reconciliation process, manage repeat prescriptions, and support medicines optimisation to improve patient outcomes. Working closely with our Clinical Pharmacist, GPs, nurses, and administrative staff, they will maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory compliance, provide guidance to patients on the safe and effective use of medications, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives to ensure high standards of medication safety. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a pharmacy professional to make a meaningful impact on patient care within a supportive and dynamic practice environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Experience

• Knowledge of NHS prescribing systems, repeat prescription processes, and medicines reconciliation.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to liaise effectively with patients and the practice team.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and quality improvement.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and high-quality care.
• Experience of working in a primary care, clinical or NHS setting.
• Experience supporting medicines optimisation or audit activities.
• Familiarity with EMIS or other GP clinical systems.
• Knowledge of current NHS guidance and best practice in primary care prescribing.

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.

£27,000 to £30,000 a yearDepending on Experience