Pharmacy Technician (LW)

TN United Kingdom; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their dynamic Primary Care Team. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care, engaging in activities such as medicines reconciliation and medication reviews. Your contributions will directly impact patient care across various settings, including GP practices and home visits. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with a skilled team of healthcare professionals. If you're passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Registered with GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience in patient care and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medicines reconciliation and handle prescription requests.
• Participate in prescribing audits and medication reviews.

Skills

Patient Care

Interpersonal Skills

IT Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Pharmacy Technician Qualification

Job description

Job Opportunity: Pharmacy Technician at NHS Fife

Are you a qualified Pharmacy Technician registered with the GPhC with a proven track record for patient care within pharmacy? Do you possess excellent interpersonal and IT skills? Have you been part of a multi-disciplinary team?

If yes, NHS Fife has an exciting role for you within our Primary Care Team. Your responsibilities will include medicines reconciliation, reviewing discharge and outpatient letters, handling prescription requests, and answering medication-related queries. You will also have opportunities to conduct medication reviews in various settings, including telephone consultations, GP practices, or patients' homes, along with participating in prescribing audits and medication cost efficiency projects.

You will be supported by our established primary care team delivering Pharmacotherapy services across Fife, working closely with Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Support Workers, and GP clinicians. Training and support will be provided.

NHS Fife serves a population of approximately 380,000 people with a team of around 300 pharmacy staff dedicated to providing high-quality pharmaceutical care.

This role involves travel between practices and NHS Fife sites, so the ability to travel efficiently and safely is essential.

To apply, you must be an NHS Fife Employee, Intern, or Bank Staff member.

Note: Due to legislative changes effective from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If classified as a 'regulated role,' your appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Further details can be found at Disclosure Scotland Changes.

NHS Fife is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all sections of society and support flexible working, family-friendly policies, and reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates or those with long-term conditions or neurodivergence.

Please note that the salary is pro-rata for part-time hours.