Pharmacy Technician – NHS Jobs

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Job summary

A healthcare provider in Maidenhead is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join their team. In this role, you will work closely with Clinical Pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to manage medication requests, issue prescriptions, and provide expert advice to patients. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to ensuring high-quality care and be passionate about pharmaceutical services. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a positive impact on patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience in processing medication requests and issuing prescriptions.
• Ability to conduct medication reviews and support prescribing targets.
• Solid communication skills with healthcare colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Process repeat medication requests according to clinical protocols.
• Provide medication review services in clinics and homes.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records.

Skills

Medication optimization

Patient care

Data analysis

Communication

Cost-effective prescribing

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician – NHS Jobs

Job Details:

Posting Date: 18 December 2023

Salary: £26,000.00 to £29,500.00 per year

Additional Salary Information: £26,000.00 – £29,500.00 a year

Hours: Full time

Closing Date: 02 January 2024

Location: Maidenhead, SL6 6DU

Company: NHS Jobs

Job Type: Permanent

Job Reference: A5556-23-0049

Summary: Join our team at NHS Jobs as a Pharmacy Technician! Work collaboratively with Clinical Pharmacists, Community Pharmacists, and Clinicians to ensure adherence to prescribing standards. Process medication requests, issue prescriptions, and provide valuable advice to patients on medication optimization and lifestyle choices. Conduct medication reviews in various settings, supporting cost-effective prescribing and enhancing patient care quality. Collaborate with primary and secondary care colleagues, undertake regular audits, and contribute to prescribing initiatives. Safely manage transitions of care, address medication discrepancies, and ensure patients’ needs are at the forefront of decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Process repeat medication requests and issue prescriptions according to clinical protocols.
• Provide medication review services in clinics, domiciliary visits, and residential/nursing homes.
• Support achievement of prescribing targets and deal with medication queries.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records and liaise with healthcare colleagues.
• Conduct data analysis, contribute to medicine audits, and support high-risk medicines prescribing.
• Document interventions in patient health records, ensuring a clear audit trail.
• Promote cost-effective, evidence-based prescribing in alignment with local and national guidance.
• Attend meetings to improve access to medicines and repeat prescribing processes.
• Seek input from clinical lead when appropriate.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about pharmaceutical care and eager to contribute to patient well-being, apply now for this permanent position. Submit your application by 02 January 2024 and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare.

Apply for this job via the NHS Jobs website, referencing Job Reference: A5556-23-0049.

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