Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-orientedPharmacy Technicianto join our multidisciplinary team at Spirit Primary Care. Working under the supervision of clinical pharmacists and GPs, you will play a vital role in supporting safe, effective, and efficient prescribing and medicines management within the practice.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a patient-facing, primary care environment, contributing to the optimisation of medicines use, supporting medication safety initiatives, and improving outcomes for patients.
This role will be based across our Leicestershire practices with travel expected to sites.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the repeat prescription process, including reviewing medication requests and liaising with patients, prescribers, and community pharmacies.
* Perform medication reconciliation following hospital discharge, outpatient appointments, or care transitions.
* Manage and maintain accurate medication records and ensure patient medication lists are up to date.
* Assist in the implementation and monitoring of prescribing protocols, formulary adherence, and cost-effective prescribing initiatives.
* Provide advice to patients on the safe use of their medicines (within the scope of competence).
* Support clinical audits and contribute to the development and delivery of quality improvement projects.
* Assist in training and supporting other members of the practice team on medicines management issues.
* Liaise with community pharmacies, care homes, and other health and social care providers to ensure coordinated patient care.
* Support the development and review of practice policies related to medicines and prescribing.
* Work in accordance with national guidelines (e.g., NICE), local policies, and CQC standards.
About us
Here at Spirit Primary Care we continue to transform and revolutionise the way that we deliver Primary Care services. With a focus on collaboration across practices, the development of more effective triage services and the increased use of new technology, we continue to improve the experience of Primary Care for both staff and patients.
Date posted
02 May 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Competitive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
E0462-25-0015
Job locations
Beaumont Leys Health Centre
1 Little Wood Close
Leicester
LE4 0UZ
Asquith Surgery
693 Welford Road
Leicester
LE2 6FQ
Rushey Mead Health Centre
8 Lockerbie Walk
Leicester
LE4 7ZX
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the repeat prescription process, including reviewing medication requests and liaising with patients, prescribers, and community pharmacies.
* Perform medication reconciliation following hospital discharge, outpatient appointments, or care transitions.
* Manage and maintain accurate medication records and ensure patient medication lists are up to date.
* Assist in the implementation and monitoring of prescribing protocols, formulary adherence, and cost-effective prescribing initiatives.
* Provide advice to patients on the safe use of their medicines (within the scope of competence).
* Support clinical audits and contribute to the development and delivery of quality improvement projects.
* Assist in training and supporting other members of the practice team on medicines management issues.
* Liaise with community pharmacies, care homes, and other health and social care providers to ensure coordinated patient care.
* Support the development and review of practice policies related to medicines and prescribing.
* Work in accordance with national guidelines (e.g., NICE), local policies, and CQC standards.
Person Specification:
* Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
* Previous experience working in a pharmacy setting (community, hospital, or primary care)
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Good organisational and time-management skills
* Competence in using clinical IT systems (e.g., EMIS, SystmOne, or similar)
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the repeat prescription process, including reviewing medication requests and liaising with patients, prescribers, and community pharmacies.
* Perform medication reconciliation following hospital discharge, outpatient appointments, or care transitions.
* Manage and maintain accurate medication records and ensure patient medication lists are up to date.
* Assist in the implementation and monitoring of prescribing protocols, formulary adherence, and cost-effective prescribing initiatives.
* Provide advice to patients on the safe use of their medicines (within the scope of competence).
* Support clinical audits and contribute to the development and delivery of quality improvement projects.
* Assist in training and supporting other members of the practice team on medicines management issues.
* Liaise with community pharmacies, care homes, and other health and social care providers to ensure coordinated patient care.
* Support the development and review of practice policies related to medicines and prescribing.
* Work in accordance with national guidelines (e.g., NICE), local policies, and CQC standards.
Person Specification:
* Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
* Previous experience working in a pharmacy setting (community, hospital, or primary care)
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Good organisational and time-management skills
* Competence in using clinical IT systems (e.g., EMIS, SystmOne, or similar)
Person Specification Relevant skills Essential
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Good organisational and time-management skills
* Competence in using clinical IT systems e.g., EMIS, SystmOne, or similar
Experience Essential
* Previous experience working in a pharmacy setting (community, hospital, or primary care)
* Knowledge of medicines optimisation and NHS prescribing systems
Desirable
* Experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting
* Experience with quality improvement projects or audits
Qualifications Essential
* Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council - GPhC
Desirable
* Accredited checking technician qualification
Person Specification Relevant skills Essential
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Good organisational and time-management skills
* Competence in using clinical IT systems e.g., EMIS, SystmOne, or similar
Experience Essential
* Previous experience working in a pharmacy setting (community, hospital, or primary care)
* Knowledge of medicines optimisation and NHS prescribing systems
Desirable
* Experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting
* Experience with quality improvement projects or audits
Qualifications Essential
* Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council - GPhC
Desirable
* Accredited checking technician qualification
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Spirit Primary Care Limited
Address
Beaumont Leys Health Centre
1 Little Wood Close
Leicester
LE4 0UZ
Employer details Employer name
Spirit Primary Care Limited
Address
Beaumont Leys Health Centre
1 Little Wood Close
Leicester
LE4 0UZ
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