Join Our Friendlyand Forward-Thinking Practice
The Tutbury Practice is seeking a proactive and detail-focused Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly and supportive team for 20 hours per week. The work schedule will be spread across four weekdays, including Fridays, with specific hours to be agreed upon during the interview. This is a great opportunity to become part of a well-established GP surgery dedicated to providing high-quality patient care. Applicant must have general practice experience.
About the Role
As a Pharmacy Technician at The Tutbury Practice, you will play a vital role in supporting medicines management across the practice. Working alongside our GPs, clinical pharmacist, nurses, and administrative staff, you will contribute to improving patient safety, enhancing repeat prescribing processes, and supporting cost-effective prescribing.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Main duties of the job
As a Pharmacy Technician at The Tutbury Practice, you will play a key role in supporting the repeat prescription process, including medication reviews and synchronisation. You will provide informed advice on medicines and prescribing queries to both patients and colleagues, contributing to safe and effective medication use. The role also involves conducting audits and participating in quality improvement initiatives, as well as assisting with the implementation of both local and national prescribing guidelines. Additionally, you will support the clinical team with medication-related tasks, including reconciliation of medicines following patient discharge.
About us
The Tutbury Practice is a rural GP surgery located in Tutbury, serving patients from nearby areas such as Rolleston, Hatton, and Stretton. Our practice has a patient population of 8,500. Our clinical team includes two GP partners, four salaried GPs, a clinical pharmacist, a nurse practitioner, and an experienced nursing team, all supported by a friendly and dedicated admin and reception staff.
We are committed to our core values of reliability, compassion, and patient-centred care. Our team fosters a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and we take pride in creating a positive and supportive work environment.
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the repeat prescription process, including medication reviews and synchronisation
* Provide advice on medicines and prescribing queries to patients and colleagues
* Carry out audits and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
* Assist with the implementation of local and national prescribing guidelines
* Support the clinical team with medication-related tasks, including reconciliation post-discharge
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
* Polite and confident
* Flexible and cooperative
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Motivated and proactive
* Ability to use initiative and judgement
* High levels of integrity and loyalty
* Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
* Ability to work under pressure
* Confident, assertive and resilient
Qualifications
* Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician
* Experience working in a community or primary care pharmacy setting
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong IT skills and attention to detail
* Experience working in a GP practice or primary care network
* Understanding of EMIS or similar clinical systems
* Knowledge of NHS policies and procedures
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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