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Pharmacy Technician

The Chesser Surgery

Carshalton, SM5 2RTView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

Negotiable

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

31 October 2026

11 days left

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly and forward-thinking GP practice team. This is an exciting ...

You will support the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective medicines management services within the practice. Working closely with GPs, Clinical Pharmacists and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help optimise prescribing, improve patient outcomes and ensure medicines are used safely and efficiently.

Key responsibilities include medicines reconciliation following hospital discharges and outpatient appointments, supporting medication reviews, managing prescription and medication queries, and processing repeat prescriptions in line with practice protocols. You will undertake clinical audits and system searches to support prescribing safety, QOF and quality improvement activities, monitor and action medication safety alerts and MHRA guidance, and support monitoring and recall systems for patients receiving long-term medications.

The role also involves liaising with secondary care providers, community pharmacies and other healthcare professionals to resolve medication-related issues, maintaining accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with information governance and medicines management policies, and contributing to service development initiatives that enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will be GPhC registered, demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, possess strong attention to detail, and be committed to delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care within a busy primary care environment.

As an Experienced Pharmacy Technician, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, safe and effective medicines management services within the practice. Working collaboratively with GPs, Clinical Pharmacists and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will support medicines optimisation, improve patient outcomes and help ensure prescribing processes are safe, efficient and patient-centred.

  • Supporting medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge, outpatient appointments and other transitions of care.
  • Assisting with medication reviews and identifying patients who may require review by a GP or Clinical Pharmacist.
  • Managing medication and prescription queries from patients, carers, community pharmacies and healthcare professionals.
  • Processing and reviewing repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice protocols and national guidance.
  • Undertaking clinical audits, searches and quality improvement projects to support prescribing safety, QOF requirements and contractual obligations.
  • Monitoring and actioning medication safety alerts, MHRA guidance, recalls and prescribing updates.
  • Supporting the monitoring and recall of patients prescribed medicines requiring regular review or blood test monitoring.
  • Liaising with secondary care providers, community pharmacies, care homes and community services to resolve medication-related issues.
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with information governance, data protection and medicines management policies.
  • Supporting medicines optimisation initiatives, service development projects and the ongoing improvement of pharmacy services within the practice.
  • Contributing to the delivery of safe, effective and efficient patient care while promoting best practice in medicines management.

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and maintaining professional standards is essential.

Chesser Surgery is serving approximately 6,300 patients across the local community. Founded by the Chesser family almost 100 years ago, the practice has a strong tradition of providing high-quality, personalised primary care and remains committed to delivering accessible, patient-centred healthcare.

Chesser Surgery offers a comprehensive range of NHS primary care services, including chronic disease management, preventative healthcare, vaccinations and immunisations, medication management, health promotion, and support for patients with long-term conditions.

As a modern, forward-thinking practice, Chesser Surgery embraces digital healthcare solutions, including online consultations, electronic prescribing, and NHS App services, helping patients access care conveniently and efficiently. The practice works closely with community pharmacies, local healthcare providers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive safe, coordinated and effective care.

The team is dedicated to continuous improvement, clinical excellence and maintaining a supportive environment for both patients and staff. Chesser Surgery promotes a culture of professionalism, compassion and teamwork, with a focus on delivering high standards of care while responding to the evolving healthcare needs of the local population.

Experience

Essential: - 3 year experience in a hospital, community or primary care pharmacy as a senior pharmacy technician

Desirable: - Experience of working in primary care; - Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

  • GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician
  • BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmacy services
  • Minimum 3 year experience in a hospital, community or primary care pharmacy
  • Experience with clinical computing systems.
  • Experience with basic clinical information.
  • Experience of working in a constantly changing environment.
  • Computer literate: able to work with Word/Excel and e-mail.
  • Methodical approach. Attention to detail in the compiling and verification of data.

Desirable

  • Enrolled in, undertaking or qualified from, an approved training pathway. For example, the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP)
  • Sound knowledge/Experience of working in a GP Practice.
  • EMIS user skills
  • Understanding of QOF

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

30 September 2026

Last checked

2 October 2026

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About the employer

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The Chesser Surgery

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