Pharmacy Technician

NHS; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking GP practice as a Pharmacy Technician. You'll support clinical and administrative functions related to medicines optimization. Collaborate with GPs and nurses to ensure safe prescribing and patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC.
• Experience in primary care, community, or hospital pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage the repeat prescription process.
• Conduct medicines reconciliation post-discharge.
• Assist with cost-effective prescribing by reviewing patterns.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

IT Skills

Education

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science

NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

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Job Summary

This is a 1 year fixed term contract however this could be renewed annually.

Job Summary

This is a 1 year fixed term contract however this could be renewed annually.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join our GP practice team. Working in a non-dispensing setting, you will support the clinical and administrative functions related to medicines optimisation, repeat prescribing, audits, and patient care. You will collaborate closely with the GPs, Nurses, and Administrative staff to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines across the practice.

Main duties of the job

• Support and streamline the repeat prescription process, ensuring safe and appropriate prescribing.
• Conduct medicines reconciliation post-discharge or after outpatient appointments.
• Assist in reviewing prescribing patterns, identifying cost-effective switches and safety alerts (e.g., MHRA, NPSA).
• Support long-term condition management via medicines-related reviews and patient education (within scope of practice).
• Implement and maintain systems for high-risk drug monitoring (e.g., methotrexate, lithium, warfarin).
• Carry out audits and contribute to quality improvement projects.
• Provide training and support to practice staff around medicines policies and repeat prescribing systems.
• Manage and respond to medicines-related queries from patients and staff.
• Liaise with community pharmacies, care homes, and secondary care providers as needed.
• Help ensure medicines are prescribed safely in line with clinical guidelines, local formulary, and best practice.
  
  

About Us

We are a forward-thinking and patient-centred GP practice rated Outstanding by the CQC. Our multidisciplinary team works closely together to deliver high-quality care in a supportive and friendly environment.

Our Team Includes:

• 4 GP Partners
• 2 Practice Nurses
• 2 Nurse Associates
• 2 Health Care Assistants
• 1 General Practice Assistant (GPA)
• 2 Secretaries
• 10 Patient Care Advisors
• 1 Practice Manager
  
  

We are committed to continuous improvement, collaborative working, and supporting each other to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. Our team culture is based on mutual respect, openness, and a shared goal of providing excellent primary care services. We are especially proud of our focus on proactive, preventative healthcare and effective use of resources.

As a practice, we strive to create an inclusive and empowering environment for both patients and staff.

Date posted

17 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £27,247 to £32,346

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A4933-25-0000

Job locations

1st Floor Ravensthorpe Health Centre

Netherfield Road

Dewsbury

WF13 3JY

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties And Responsibilities:

• Support and manage the repeat prescription process in line with safe prescribing protocols.
• Conduct medicines reconciliation post-discharge and after outpatient appointments.
• Monitor high-risk medications and ensure safety protocols are followed (e.g., methotrexate, warfarin).
• Assist with cost-effective prescribing by reviewing patterns and highlighting formulary-based alternatives.
• Work with the clinical team on medication-related aspects of long-term condition management.
• Respond to and manage medicines-related queries from patients and staff.
• Contribute to audits and practice-wide quality improvement projects.
• Provide training and support to staff regarding medicines policies and systems.
• Liaise with community pharmacies, care homes, and secondary care to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant clinical guidance, safety alerts, and formulary updates.
  
  

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties And Responsibilities:

• Support and manage the repeat prescription process in line with safe prescribing protocols.
• Conduct medicines reconciliation post-discharge and after outpatient appointments.
• Monitor high-risk medications and ensure safety protocols are followed (e.g., methotrexate, warfarin).
• Assist with cost-effective prescribing by reviewing patterns and highlighting formulary-based alternatives.
• Work with the clinical team on medication-related aspects of long-term condition management.
• Respond to and manage medicines-related queries from patients and staff.
• Contribute to audits and practice-wide quality improvement projects.
• Provide training and support to staff regarding medicines policies and systems.
• Liaise with community pharmacies, care homes, and secondary care to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant clinical guidance, safety alerts, and formulary updates.
  
  

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC
• Experience in primary care, community, or hospital pharmacy
• Strong understanding of medicines management and prescribing systems
• Excellent communication, IT, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  
  

Desirable

• Previous experience working in general practice or a non dispensing setting
• Knowledge of clinical systems SystmOne
• Understanding of NHS prescribing policies and formularies
• Accreditation in medicines reconciliation or repeat prescribing or willingness to work towards
  
  

Experience

Essential

• Experience in primary care, community, or hospital pharmacy
• Strong understanding of medicines management and prescribing systems
• Excellent communication, IT, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  
  

Desirable

• Previous experience working in general practice or a non dispensing setting
• Knowledge of clinical systems SystmOne
• Understanding of NHS prescribing policies and formularies
• Accreditation in medicines reconciliation or repeat prescribing or willingness to work towards
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience in primary care, community, or hospital pharmacy
• Strong understanding of medicines management and prescribing systems
• Excellent communication, IT, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  
  

Desirable

• Previous experience working in general practice or a non dispensing setting
• Knowledge of clinical systems SystmOne
• Understanding of NHS prescribing policies and formularies
• Accreditation in medicines reconciliation or repeat prescribing or willingness to work towards
  
  

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).

Additional information

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

Dr N Chandra & Partners, North Road Suite

Address

1st Floor Ravensthorpe Health Centre

Netherfield Road

Dewsbury

WF13 3JY

Employer's website

https://northroadsuite.gpsurgery.net/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dr N Chandra & Partners, North Road Suite

Address

1st Floor Ravensthorpe Health Centre

Netherfield Road

Dewsbury

WF13 3JY

Employer's website

https://northroadsuite.gpsurgery.net/ (Opens in a new tab)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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