Pharmacy Technician

NHS; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time pharmacy technician to deliver patient-focused medicines management services. The ideal candidate will collaborate with clinical staff and ensure accurate prescription management while supporting patient safety. Qualifications include NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services and experience in a pharmacy or GP practice. Opportunities for ongoing training and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly working environment

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent), or working towards.
• NVQ Level 3 / Registered Pharmacy Technician (or working towards registration with the GPhC).
• Experience working in a pharmacy or dispensing role.

Responsibilities

• Request prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
• Process prescription requests and liaise with clinicians.
• Provide advice to patients on the safe use of medications.
• Assist in audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Patient safety commitment

Self-motivation

Time management

Leadership skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

NVQ Level 3 / Registered Pharmacy Technician

Tools

EMIS

Job description

The Colne Practice has an exciting opportunity for a hardworking, enthusiastic and innovative pharmacy technician to join our team on a part-time basis for 20-25 hours per week, working Monday to Friday.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive and dynamic multidisciplinary team, delivering safe, efficient, and patient-focused medicines management services. You will play a key role in ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate medication, including those in care homes and assisted living settings. Additionally, you will support clinical staff in optimising prescribing practices.

Main duties of the job

• Request prescriptions accurately and efficiently in accordance with NHS and practice protocols
• Process repeat prescription requests and liaise with clinicians as needed
• Provide advice to patients on the safe use of medications, including over-the-counter products where appropriate
• Support medicines reconciliation and prescription queries
• Assist in audits and quality improvement initiatives related to prescribing and medicines management
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists and other practice staff to support the safe and effective use of medicines
• Maintain accurate patient records using the clinical system (EMIS)

About us

The Colne Practice is a friendly GP practice with a list size of approximately 10,500 patients. Our team comprises 7 GP partners, 2 practice nurses, 1 HCA, 2 clinical pharmacists and reception and admin teams.

We offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Flexible working options considered

Job responsibilities

Ifyou would like to find out more information about this role, please do nothesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent), or working towards
• NVQ Level 3 /Registered Pharmacy Technician (or working towards registration with the GPhC)

Experience

• Experience working in a pharmacy or dispensing role
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to patient safety and confidentiality
• Previous experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting
• Familiarity with clinical systems (EMIS)
• Knowledge of current NHS prescribing policies and guidance
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support non-clinical colleagues
• Self-motivation and a strong commitment to personal and professional development
• Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks efficiently.

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.