Pharmacy Technician Primary Care and Community Services

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wales is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join their Medicines Management team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality pharmacy services across various locations, including hospitals and GP practices. The successful candidate will be responsible for improving patient outcomes through effective medication management, conducting audits, and collaborating with clinical teams. Strong communication and a background as a Registered Pharmacy Technician are essential. Generous leave and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Continued professional development

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of medicines management practices.
• Ability to engage with healthcare professionals effectively.
• Experience in delivering pharmacy services across various settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pharmacy services across hospitals and GP practices.
• Undertake medicines reconciliation and audits.
• Work closely with clinical teams to enhance medication safety.
• Facilitate education on the effective use of medicines.

Skills

Medicines optimisation

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Overview

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need in line with our Organisational Values and "Proud to Lead" competence framework.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. We also offer a number of family‑friendly benefits including work‑life balance policies.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh or English; submissions in Welsh will not be treated less favourably.

Role Overview

Pharmacy Technician – BCUHB East IHC. A member of the Medicines Management team, focusing on Primary Care and Community Services, working to deliver a strong, joined‑up service for patient safety and high‑quality sustainable care. The role involves improving patient outcomes in medicines management across all services and ensuring the patient remains at the centre of everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pharmacy services across IHC hospitals, GP practices and other clinical and non‑clinical areas in the East as needed.
• Undertake medicines reconciliation, medication audits, support structured medication reviews and quality improvement work.
• Work closely with a clinical area such as antimicrobial stewardship or home care.
• Facilitate and engage others to understand the benefits of safe, effective and economic use of medicines.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of medicines optimisation, safety and best practice in primary care.
• Ability to manage interface issues with acute and community organisations.
• Outstanding interpretation skills and ability to communicate with a range of colleagues and health‑care professionals.
• Proficiency in Welsh is desirable; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Continued professional development.
• NHS Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Weekend and bank holiday working on a rota basis as part of the standard working hours.

We will support you to maximise your true potential and actively encourage career progression, offering both internal and external training opportunities.