Job Summary
Bay Primary Care Network (PCN) continues to grow and we have an opportunity for a number of experienced Pharmacy Technicians to join us in developing this new role in Primary Care.
We constantly aspire to be ahead of the curve with innovative solutions and ways of working.
Having had a medicines management team for over 15 years, Bay Medical Group recognises the value that pharmacists and technicians can bring to our PCN, practice, and patients. We look forward to expanding our pharmacy team. Joining us offers a real opportunity to make a difference. The role involves integrating with our team of clinical and primary care pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, medicines management team, and the wider practice team.
We Offer:
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
* Comprehensive induction
* Incremental annual leave starting at 25 days, increasing to 30 days (plus public holidays, all pro rata)
* Access to Occupational Sick Pay after one year
* Access to NHS discount scheme
We welcome applications from experienced Pharmacy Technicians who share our vision of providing excellent general practice care, working in a caring team, and seeking innovative solutions within the NHS. Applications from both full and part-time candidates will be considered. Interviews are planned for the week commencing 21st July 2025.
Main Duties of the Job
The pharmacy technician will play a vital role, complementing clinical pharmacists, community pharmacists, and other members of the PCN multi-disciplinary team. Working under supervision of the PCN Pharmacist, the technician will ensure effective and efficient use of medicines. Responsibilities include clinical, technical, and administrative tasks.
The role aims to lead improvements to maximise safe, cost-effective prescribing and enhance patient care. Tasks include medication switching, improving repeat prescribing, promoting online ordering, minimising clinical risks, and reducing waste. The technician will also promote understanding of medicines optimisation principles and support national and NICE initiatives.
About Us
Bay Medical Group serves Morecambe and Heysham, operating across 5 sites for approximately 54,000 patients. We are a single at-scale provider with an established PCN, working closely with local health, social care, and third sector providers to improve health and wellbeing. Our goal is to deliver patient-centered care efficiently and innovatively.
Details
Date posted: 10 June 2025
Salary: £31,168 to £37,934 per year (pro rata for part-time, based on 37.5 hours/week)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time or Part-time
Location: Heysham Primary Care Centre, Middleton Way, Heysham, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA3 2LE
Job Responsibilities
The pharmacy technician will work under supervision, handling clinical, technical, and administrative duties:
Clinical
* Support medicines use through shared decision-making with patients
* Assist with medication reviews, reconciliation, and patient education
* Support medication reviews and reconciliation for care home patients and during patient transfers
* Assist in Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs) and monitoring tests
* Address public health and social care needs, including lifestyle advice and health inequalities
* Participate in shared care protocols and liaise with Clinical Pharmacists
* Support antimicrobial stewardship initiatives
Technical and Administrative
* Ensure efficient medicines optimisation processes
* Implement ordering, return, and wastage reduction processes
* Support legal, safe handling of medicines and electronic prescription services
* Promote Electronic Repeat Dispensing and online ordering
* Build relationships with pharmacy and healthcare professionals
* Support prescription request management and policy implementation
* Contribute to practice policies and audits
Education, Teaching, and Mentoring
* Undertake or be prepared to start the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP)
* Participate in performance reviews and appraisals
* Undertake further specialist training as needed
* Supervise and coach practice team members
* Deliver in-house education sessions
Delivering a Quality Service
* Maintain professional registration
* Keep accurate patient records
* Be aware of data protection and confidentiality
* Utilize technology and software for care management
* Use accurate Read codes for data retrieval
* Develop policies and procedures
* Apply legal standards for vulnerable patients
* Participate in Significant Event Audits
* Work within practice policies and statutory requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registration with the GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician
* BTEC Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent experience)
Experience
* Commitment to professional development
* Experience as a qualified, registered pharmacy technician
* Experience with pharmaceutical procedures and legislation, including controlled drugs
* Computer literacy (Word, Excel, email, internet)
Desirable Skills and Experience
* Primary care experience
* Knowledge of PCNs, general practice, evidence-based medicine
* Medical terminology familiarity
* Data analysis and interpretation skills
* Presentation skills and PowerPoint proficiency
* Use of EMIS Web
Skills
* Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work independently and in a team
* Work efficiently under tight deadlines
* Confidentiality and attention to detail
* Problem-solving and adaptability
* Proficient keyboard skills and IT use
* Own transport and ability to travel
Additional Notes
This post is subject to a DBS check and requires current UK professional registration. Further details are available on the NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Bay Medical Group
Heysham Primary Care Centre
Middleton Way, Heysham, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA3 2LE
Website: https://www.baymedicalgroup.co.uk/
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