Pharmacy Technician - Durham WestNHS

Job summary

The Pharmacist Network are hiring!

We are seeking a professional, driven Pharmacy Technician to join a forward-thinking Primary Care Network in the Durham area.

If you enjoy innovation and collaboration, this could be the next step for you.

Main duties of the job

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.

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

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)

Doac Monitoring

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.

Essential Requirements:

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.

Desirable skills and experience:

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

Why Apply?

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.

Benefits:

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

Company Pension scheme

Automatic Associateship with MORPh

About us

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.