At The Pharmacist Network, we value our employees and are committed to supporting their professional growth and well‑being. We offer a competitive salary, flexible remote working arrangements and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Job Overview
We are delighted to offer an excellent opportunity for a Remote‑based Pharmacy Technician to join our expanding team! Due to continued company growth and our developing partnerships with numerous Primary Care Networks (PCNs) across the UK, we are seeking a motivated and dedicated Registered Pharmacy Technician to help deliver outstanding care and support within general practice settings. The successful candidate will adhere to all relevant safety and clinical governance guidelines while continuously upholding the core values of a pharmacy technician profession and maintaining a strong focus on best practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a supportive, professional multi‑disciplinary environment while further developing your skills and contributing to the delivery of high‑quality patient care. This is an evolving role with continuous scope for development as we expand our pharmacy technician team.
Job Duties
* 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)
* 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
* BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical sciences
* Hold a Professional registration with GPhC
* Completion of the CPPE Primary Care pathway with proven certification, or to actively be enrolled
* A minimum of 6 months experience working within a general practice/Primary care setting
* Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)
Skills and Experience
* Proficient experience with EMIS or System 1, some training can be given
* Have a stable Internet connection/WIFI at all times during working hours
* Strong understanding of medication management, dispensing processes, and patient safety protocols
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, and external partners
* Attention to detail and strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and ensure compliance with clinical governance
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
* Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to all relevant safety and professional guidelines
* Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
* Able to adapt and adjust to changing environments, guidance and protocols
* Commitment to patient care and professional standards
* Ability to work remotely and adapt to changing priorities
* Proactive, motivated, and reliable approach to responsibilities
* Dedication to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement
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 free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts
* An established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available
* True recognition and rewards for outstanding performance – ‘Employee of the month’
* Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader
* Flexible remote‑based working arrangement
* An established network of over 200 employees nationally, including pharmacists and technicians with ongoing dedicated senior support available
* 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
* A great ‘Network’ of technicians for extra guidance, support and collaborative working
Why Join The Pharmacist Network
At The Pharmacist Network, we value our employees and are committed to supporting them. By joining our team, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care while advancing your career alongside experienced healthcare professionals.
If you are a motivated and dedicated Pharmacy Technician, we welcome your application and look forward to considering you for this role. The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Please contact our Senior Pharmacy Technician Natalie Jacobs for any queries about the position at Nataliejacobs@nhs.net
Person Specification
CPPE
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.
Equal Opportunities
The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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