Pharmacy Technician - Durham West

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for

ensuring the smooth running of the practice. You will provide expert clinical

support, advice to patients and promote the safe and effective use of

medicines.

An onsite role, you will be joining a team of

experienced technicians who will support, collaborate and create a fantastic

environment for professional development. This is a chance for you to make a

real difference within a primary care environment.

Medication Reconciliation of clinical letters

and Hospital Discharge Summaries

Medicine Management including prescription

screening and processing

Supporting with the Repeat Dispending process

Responding and communicating to patient related

medication queries

Coordinating with local pharmacies to manage

stock levels and shortages

Medication synchronisation in line with regular

repeat prescription

To oversee medication recall processes, ensuring

timely responses and compliance. (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)

Prescribing audits in house, plus those

associated with CQC/QOF or local incentive schemes as set by the Prescribing

Team/ICB (training can be provided)

High Risk Drug monitoring,

Reviewing existing and new Shared Care Protocols

and acting on them appropriately

To action medicines safety alerts from

CAS/MHRA/ICB

To complete Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews

(training can be given)

Assisting with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication

Review) Screening (training can be given)

Create and run reports within the practice

clinical systems to identify/stratify patients for review

Qualifications, skills and experience

Please note, applications that do not have the essential requirements

will not be considered.

A professional registration with GPhC

A minimum of 6-12 months experience working in a

general practice/primary care setting

The completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pathway

with proven certification OR to be actively enrolled

Proficient experience with SystemOne,

some training can be provided.

A strong understanding of medicine management,

dispensing processes and patient safety protocols

Excellent communication skills to interact

effectively with patients, colleagues and external partners

The ability to adapt to pressure and a busy

working environment

Workload management being a self-starter,

knowing how to prioritise effectively

A commitment to patient care and professional

standards

Not only will you be working in an inclusive,

forward-thinking PCN, but you will also be a part of a strong network of

Pharmacists and Technicians within The Pharmacist Network. Our ever-growing

network provides continuous support, creating an environment of inclusivity.

We pride ourselves on ensuring that outstanding performance

does not go unnoticed. Opportunities for progression are consistently

available, whether thats moving into leadership or expanding your clinical

knowledge further.

Professional GPhC fees and DBS applications paid

Competitive salary with opportunities for

progression

5 weeks of annual leave PLUS bank holidays (Pro

rata as and when required)

Access to mentorship and guidance from

experienced colleagues

Health & wellbeing programme with the following

free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores

discounts

Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader

In-house lunchtime training and

drop-in-sessions on specific topics e.g. ADHD share care agreements,

Hypertension management and sharing good practice

The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organisation providing high-quality pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to general practices nationwide. We are committed to delivering patient-centred care and fostering a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. Our workforce of over 250 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is supported by an experienced senior clinical team who facilitate training, development and workflow management across primary care and PCN settings.

Qualifications

Essential: - GPhC Registrated; - CPPE Pathway

Desirable: - DBS