Primary Care Pharmacy Technician – Medicines Management Expert

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join their team in South Bucks, primarily at Iver Medical Centre. The role involves contributing to medicines management and improving prescribing practices while working alongside clinical pharmacists. Candidates must be motivated and possess relevant qualifications. This position includes a competitive salary from £27,000 and offers great career development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 Support

Opportunities for clinical practice development

Qualifications

• Experience of working as a qualified pharmacy technician.
• Experience of working with clinicians in primary care.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• To undertake medicines reconciliation according to protocols.
• Support the achievement of PCN prescribing targets.
• Provide advice to GPs on improving prescribing safety.
• Participate in medication audits.
• Manage prescribing budgets and liaise with medicines management.

Skills

Relevant theoretical and practical knowledge of Primary Care Networks

Ability to communicate medicines and service-related information

Ability to work independently and effectively

Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines

Ability to define, collate, analyse and interpret data

Education

Professional registration with GPhC

BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical sciences

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join their team in South Bucks, primarily at Iver Medical Centre. The role involves contributing to medicines management and improving prescribing practices while working alongside clinical pharmacists. Candidates must be motivated and possess relevant qualifications. This position includes a competitive salary from £27,000 and offers great career development opportunities.