This Pharmacy Office post sits within Bridgewater Surgeries, a GP practice of 36,000 patients across four sites, and is full time at 37.5 hours a week. The core of the work is repeat prescribing, medicines reconciliation and answering prescribing queries from patients, GPs and reception, under the Lead Clinical Pharmacist. The role is in-person and includes medication reviews at clinics, home visits and care homes, and the practice is a training practice. Applicants need GPhC registration and the CPPE primary care pathway, plus at least two years' post-qualification experience.
What the job involves
- Assist with repeat prescribing of ongoing medications
- Undertake medicines reconciliation and update patient records and prescribing in line with practice protocols
- Respond to medication queries from patients, staff and reception, referring to the appropriate GP
- Advise GPs, staff and patients on prescribing changes to improve safety, quality and cost-effectiveness
- Provide medication reviews in clinics, on home visits and in care homes, deliver pharmaceutical care plans, and present at patient group meetings
- Take a proactive approach to the safe handling of prescriptions, assessing risk and advising on the sourcing and safe management of medicines
- Support the practice's prescribing QOF targets under the supervision of the Lead Clinical Pharmacist and Lead GP
- Monitor and manage prescribing budgets with the local medicines management team
- Participate in medication audits
- Prepare evidence-based resources, patient information leaflets and medicine awareness projects
- Assist in submitting claims for personally administered drugs
- Organise own workload to meet set deadlines
Qualifications
- BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science or recognised equivalent
- Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway
Registration & licences
- Registered with the GPhC as a pharmacy technician
Experience
- At least 2 years' post-qualification experience as a pharmacy technician
Skills & knowledge
- Demonstrable general pharmaceutical skills and knowledge in core areas, including long-term conditions
- Good understanding of general practice
- Ability to build effective relationships with patients, GPs, nurses, community pharmacists and practice staff
- Ability to work flexibly and effectively as part of a team
Nice to have
- Experience within general practice or primary care networks
- Experience using the SystmOne clinical system
What’s offered
- Supportive environment to develop skills within a training practice
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Practice Pharmacy Technician (ARRS) employer: Bridgewater Surgeries
Bridgewater PCN is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where patient care is paramount. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on team dynamics, employees have ample opportunities for growth while contributing to the health and wellbeing of a diverse patient population in Watford. The practice's dedication to education and training ensures that Pharmacy Technicians can enhance their skills and make a meaningful impact in the community.
