Prescribing Efficiency Lead - Pharmacy Tech (Primary Care)

NHS Lothian; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician for the Primary Care team. This role involves leading pharmacy technician efforts to improve prescribing efficiency, supporting training for technicians, and analyzing prescribing data across multiple sites. Candidates should possess substantial experience as a qualified pharmacy technician and a commitment to professional development. Management experience is a must, and the organization values diversity and equality in its workforce.

Qualifications

• Ability to work autonomously and confidently, responsible for own outcomes.
• Good knowledge of recent developments in prescribing work in GP practices.
• Substantial experience as a qualified pharmacy technician.
• Commitment to Continuous Professional Development.
• Management experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the primary care prescribing efficiency programme.
• Support the efficiency pharmacy technician team.
• Analyze prescribing data and identify variances.
• Oversee delivery of pharmacotherapy services.
• Provide strong team management and leadership.

Skills

Medicines management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

IT skills

Education

S(N)VQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

HNC Pharmacy Services

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

A prominent health organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician for the Primary Care team. This role involves leading pharmacy technician efforts to improve prescribing efficiency, supporting training for technicians, and analyzing prescribing data across multiple sites. Candidates should possess substantial experience as a qualified pharmacy technician and a commitment to professional development. Management experience is a must, and the organization values diversity and equality in its workforce.