Pharmacy Technician – NHS Jobs

jobs pharmaguidelines; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Maidenhead is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively to ensure effective medication management and provide valuable patient advice. Key responsibilities include processing medication requests, conducting reviews, and maintaining accurate records. This permanent position offers a salary range of £26,000 to £29,500 per year, with full-time hours. Apply by 02 January 2024, referencing Job A5556-23-0049.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing medication requests and prescriptions.
• Understanding of clinical protocols relevant to pharmacy.
• Ability to conduct medication reviews in various settings.

Responsibilities

• Process repeat medication requests according to protocols.
• Provide medication review services in different care settings.
• Support achievement of prescribing targets and manage queries.
• Maintain accurate medication records and collaborate with colleagues.
• Document interventions and contribute to medicine audits.

Skills

Medication optimization

Collaboration skills

Data analysis

Patient care

Education

Pharmacy degree or equivalent

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.