Practice-Based Pharmacy Technician - PCN Projects & Mentoring

NHS Wiltshire; Paulton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Wiltshire is seeking a Primary Care – Practice Based Pharmacy Technician to join 3 Valleys Health Primary Care Network. The role is permanent, 30-33 hours per week, based at Elm Hayes Surgery in the Midsomer Norton/Radstock area, with close supervision by a Clinical Pharmacist.

Successful candidates will be enrolled on the PCPEP Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway and mentored by a Clinical Pharmacist.

Qualifications

• Qualified to BTEC / NVQ level 3 qualification in pharmaceutical sciences, with at least two years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in primary care prescribing with focus on safety and cost savings.
• Strong communication and ability to work with Pharmacists, GPs and administrative staff.
• Self-motivated, able to prioritise workload and manage time effectively.
• Develop and implement safe, efficient repeat prescribing and medicines optimisation systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and improve prescribing practice with emphasis on safety and cost savings.
• Develop and implement safe, effective and efficient systems for repeat prescribing and medicines optimisation.
• Lead and support PCN projects in collaboration with the 3 Valleys Health PCN Pharmacy Team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Time management

Prioritisation

Education

BTEC/NVQ level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences

Job description

NHS Wiltshire is seeking a Primary Care – Practice Based Pharmacy Technician to join 3 Valleys Health Primary Care Network. The role is permanent, 30-33 hours per week, based at Elm Hayes Surgery in the Midsomer Norton/Radstock area, with close supervision by a Clinical Pharmacist.

Successful candidates will be enrolled on the PCPEP Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway and mentored by a Clinical Pharmacist.