Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated and organised Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly, forward‑thinking team at Len Valley Practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting safe, effective and efficient prescribing across the practice, working closely with our Clinical Pharmacist, Dispensary Lead and wider clinical team.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will be involved in medicines reconciliation, repeat prescribing systems, medication audits and patient queries, helping to improve prescribing safety, quality and cost‑effectiveness. You will also support the training and development of prescription clerks and dispensary staff, contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
Len Valley Practice is a supportive, community‑focused surgery where teamwork, professional development and high‑quality patient care sit at the heart of everything we do.
Responsibilities
* Undertake medicines reconciliation in line with practice protocols and update patient records.
* Support the achievement of prescribing‑related Quality and Outcomes Framework targets.
* Work with the Clinical Pharmacist and Lead Dispenser to review and develop repeat prescribing systems, protocols and SOPs.
* Provide advice to GPs, staff and patients on prescribing changes to improve safety, quality and value for money.
* Participate in medication audits and quality improvement activities.
* Assist with monitoring and management of prescribing budgets and liaise with the local medicines management team.
* Prepare evidence‑based resources to support safe, effective and cost‑efficient prescribing.
* Support medication reviews and provide patient information to promote medicine awareness.
* Take a proactive approach to prescription safety, identifying risks and recommending improvements.
* Respond professionally to medication queries, escalating appropriately in line with practice policy.
* Support safe sourcing and management of medicines.
* Assist with claims for personally administered drugs and support recall processes for medication reviews.
* Organise and manage own workload to meet deadlines.
* Take messages and pass on information appropriately.
* Undertake accurate data entry and record keeping in line with practice procedures.
* Initiate and respond to requests from patients, colleagues and external healthcare professionals.
* Maintain tidy, safe working areas and promote a positive, patient‑focused culture.
* Contribute to a supportive and collaborative team environment.
* Undertake other duties appropriate to the role as required.
Qualifications
* Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
* Experience working with prescriptions and medicines in a healthcare setting.
* Experience of medicines reconciliation and updating patient records.
* Experience responding to medication‑related queries from patients or staff.
* Experience working within protocols, SOPs or clinical procedures.
* Experience contributing to or supporting medication audits or quality improvement.
Desirable Experience
* Experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting.
* Experience supporting or delivering training to colleagues.
* Experience working with repeat prescribing systems.
Additional Information
Location: Groom Way, Lenham, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 2QF
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week, full time
Reference number: A0525‑26‑0004
Disclosure and Barring Service check required. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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