Pharmacy Technician (Primary Care)

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Edinburgh is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to enhance patient care within primary care settings. The role involves managing prescriptions, collaborating with GPs, and improving medicines management. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and IT skills, with opportunities for career growth in diverse healthcare environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in primary care or multidisciplinary teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support prescribing initiatives and manage prescriptions.
• Work closely with GPs and multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct data collection and medication reviews.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organisational

IT Skills

Education

Pharmacy Technician Registration

Job description

Job Title:

Pharmacy Technician (Primary Care), Edinburgh

Client:

NHS Scotland

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Reference:

9311ea49540b

Job Views:

4

Posted Date:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

This is a permanent, full-time position based at various locations throughout NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC). NHS GGC is one of the UK's largest healthcare systems, employing around 40,000 staff and providing a range of healthcare services to over 1.15 million people.

The role involves working within the North West Locality Glasgow City HSCP as a Pharmacy Technician registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The successful candidate will support prescribing initiatives, manage prescriptions, and work closely with GPs and multidisciplinary teams to improve medicines management and patient care. Responsibilities include data collection, clinical record updates, medication reviews, and patient communication over the phone.

This position requires excellent communication, negotiation, organisational, and IT skills, with experience in primary care or multidisciplinary teams preferred. The role offers opportunities for career development within primary care settings, including GP practices, community pharmacies, and care homes.

For further information, please contact Kirsty Thomson or Lisa Smith, Team Leads, Pharmacy Technician, at 07812 474127 / 07866 012329.

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