Pharmacy Technician

DoctorPA Secure LTD; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a Registered Pharmacy Technician to deliver a safe and effective pharmacy service within a secure environment. This role will focus on medicines optimization, including managing substance misuse, conducting medicines reconciliations, and supporting multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will possess NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Pharmacy Services, excellent communication, and organizational skills, as well as experience working in secure settings. This position offers career growth and a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Pension salary scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Access to perks at work

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Ability to participate in multi-professional teamwork.
• Commitment to medicines safety and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive medicines reconciliation and resolve discrepancies.
• Support pharmacist with Medicines Use Reviews (MURs) and patient counselling.
• Conduct audits on prescribing and formulary compliance.

Skills

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Experience in secure settings

Education

NVQ Level 3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services

Accreditation in medicines reconciliation

Job description

To deliver a safe, effective, patient-centred pharmacy and medicines optimisation service, supporting the health needs of young people in a secure environment in line with Royal Pharmaceutical Society Professional Standards for Optimising Medicines in Secure Environments, NICE guidelines on medicines reconciliation and medicines safety, national standards, NHS England specifications for primary care in secure settings, and local policies.

Main duties of the job

• Substance Misuse & Withdrawal Management
• Audit, KPI Reporting & Formulary Oversight
• Drug Safety & Controlled Drugs
• Professional Practice & Development

About us

DrPA has been operating in secure environments since 2014 providing General Practitioner services and we are now growing to provide a complete healthcare service Oakhill STC commissioned by NHS England. This will be delivered directly or through a range of specialist partners who are experts in their field. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE:

• Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive
• Assurance that care is evidence-based & demonstrates high quality outcomes for our patients
• Respectful of peoples cultural and religious beliefs
• Empowerment We centre each young person by co-creating holistic care plans that treat their needs and equip them to self-manage their wellbeing.

Job responsibilities

About Us

DrPA has been operating in secure environments since 2014 providing General Practitioner services and we are now growing to provide a complete healthcare service Oakhill STC commissioned by NHS England. This will be delivered directly or through a range of specialist partners who are experts in their field. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE:

• Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive
• Assurance that care is evidence-based & demonstrates high quality outcomes for our patients
• Respectful of peoples cultural and religious beliefs
• Empowerment We centre each young person by co-creating holistic care plans that treat their needs and equip them to self-manage their wellbeing.

Step into one of the most dynamic and rewarding environments healthcare has to offer! Working in secure settings challenges you to think on your feet, adapt quickly, and grow both personally and professionally. If youre ready for a role that sharpens your existing skills, teaches you something new every single day, and keeps you at the heart of an environment thats always evolvingthis could be the opportunity youve been waiting for!

The post holder will be involved in assessments of young people and delivering both individual and group-based work. Treatment formulations will follow a highly structured treatment framework and involve a thorough diagnostic assessment process. The role also involves providing specialist consultation to staff and supporting them in working with young people.

Join us at the beginningThis role may be starting before we go live to provide local support and help setting up. During this period, you will be helping prepare documentation, setting the pharmacy up, going through the processes, ensure we have the right stock, and much more.

Job Summary

To deliver a safe, effective, patient-centred pharmacy and medicines optimisation service, supporting the health needs of young people in a secure environment in line with Royal Pharmaceutical Society Professional Standards for Optimising Medicines in Secure Environments, NICE guidelines on medicines reconciliation and medicines safety, national standards, NHS England specifications for primary care in secure settings, and local policies.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Undertake comprehensive medicines reconciliation for new receptions and transfers, ensuring accurate and timely identification of current therapy, reducing medication errors and wastage .
• Identify and resolve discrepancies, liaising with prescribers, community pharmacies, and external healthcare providers as needed

Perform medication checks to optimise therapy, reduce polypharmacy, and support adherence

Support the pharmacist in delivering Medicines Use Reviews (MURs) and patient counselling to improve understanding and safe use of medication

Provide clear, individualised advice on in-possession medicines, side effects, and correct use Substance Misuse & Withdrawal Management

Recognise and elevate signs of drug or alcohol withdrawal

Support patients with substance misuse concerns and those at risk of self-harm or suicide, working closely with healthcare and operational staff

Audit, KPI Reporting & Formulary Oversight

Conduct regular audits on prescribing, reconciliation, administration, and formulary compliance

Monitor use of the allocated formulary, identifying opportunities for cost-effective prescribing

Provide accurate data and insights for KPI and contract performance reports

Drug Safety & Controlled Drugs

Promote and monitor medicines safety, ensuring compliance with controlled drug legislation and secure custody protocols.

Maintain meticulous, contemporaneous records of all pharmacy activities. Collaborative Working & Governance

Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, officers, and external agencies, both verbally and in writing.

Participate in clinical meetings and governance activities to drive continuous improvement in pharmacy services

Take direction from the pharmacist and chief pharmacist to support service development

Professional Practice & Development

Function autonomously within your scope of competence while serving as a role model and resource to junior staff

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practice, guidelines, and professional standards.

Engage in continuous professional development to meet GPhC requirements

Criteria

Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Relevant NVQ Level 3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent)

Accreditation in medicines reconciliation or accuracy checking (desirable)

Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills to manage workload in a challenging environment.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly with patients who may be vulnerable or distressed.

Commitment to medicines safety, audit processes, and high standards of record keeping.

Previous experience within a secure setting

Ability to participate in multi professional teamwork.

General Information

The post holder may be required to perform other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably needed. This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification.

• Pension salary scheme available
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential 24/7 support.
• Access to perks at work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check & CTC Clearance

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.

This post will require the holder to undertake and successfully complete the Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC) process.

Please note, in order to apply, all applicants need to have been living in the United Kingdom (with residency in the UK, such as UK/Irish/EU Passport, or an Indefinite Leave to Remain Visa) for the last 5 years with no more than a 28 day break being outside of the UK and no gaps in employment during this time.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Relevant NVQ Level 3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent)
• Accreditation in medicines reconciliation or accuracy checking (desirable)
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills to manage workload in a challenging environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly with patients who may be
• vulnerable or distressed.
• Commitment to medicines safety, audit processes, and high standards of record keeping.

Experience

• Previous experience within a secure setting
• Ability to participate in multi professional teamwork.

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.