Pharmacy Technician

Job Summary

Looking for 3 days a week - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Salary- Depending on experience

Join our dynamic Pharmacy team at Upper Thames Medical Group, as a Pharmacy Technician, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. In this energetic and fast-paced position, you will support the Practice Pharmacist to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and efficient systems for repeat prescribing, medicines optimisation, reducing medicines waste and maximising patient outcomes. Ultimately enhancing the health and well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• To support, train and oversee the administrative staff involved in the preparation of repeat prescriptions and to participate in the daily preparation of repeat prescriptions in order to ensure high quality, safe and timely repeat prescribing
• To support the administration staff with medicines reconciliation in accordance with practice protocols and to update patients’ medical records / prescribing accordingly
• To support the achievement of the practice’s prescribing Quality and Outcomes Framework targets
• To contribute to the review and development of repeat prescribing protocols /Standard Operating Procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of repeat prescribing systems To provide advice to GPs, staff and patients in changes to prescribing in order to support the improvement of prescribing safety, quality and cost effectiveness
• To participate in medication audits
• To prepare evidence based resources and information to support the implementation of rational cost-effective prescribing
• To support the Practice Based Pharmacist to provide medication reviews, patient information leaflets, medicine awareness To take a proactive approach to the safe handling of prescriptions, including assessment of risk and making recommendations for improvement
• To respond to medication queries from patients and staff in a professional manner referring to the appropriate GP in accordance with practice protocols
• To advise on the sourcing and safe management of medicines as appropriate
• To assist in the submission of claims for personally administered drugs as required
• To assist in the control of medicines stocks within the practice and to advise on the safe and secure handling of controlled drugs and other medicines, ensuring compliance with medicines legislation
• To help plan, develop and support the introduction of new working processes within the practice to optimise the quality of prescribing
• Qualifications
• Proven pharmacy technician experience demonstrating familiarity with medication preparation and dispensing procedures
• Knowledge of medication administration techniques and patient care practices
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in prescription processing and record keeping
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, pharmacists, and healthcare providers
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of safety and precision
• Certification as a pharmacy technician NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services
• Commitment to providing compassionate patient care with a proactive attitude toward learning and growth.
• Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly impact patient health! We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values your contributions while offering opportunities for professional development.
• Join us in making a difference every day through dedicated service and expert care.

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking

Experience:

• Pharmacy technician: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person