Primary Care Remote Pharmacy Technician

Work.Healthcare; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician for a permanent remote role. Must have GP practice experience and proficiency in EMIS/S1 systems.

We require the candidate to have at least 1 years experience in primary care and have completed their CPPE Pathway.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Remote based Pharmacy Technician due to company growth and expansion to work Full-time for one of our many PCN contracts across the UK. This opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Pharmacy Technicians, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, whilst playing a vital role in providing clinical support and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines.

Full-time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practice.

Main duties of the job

• Confidently act within professional standards and boundaries, supporting and working alongside your General Practice team as well as Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within TPN.
• Help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.

About us

The Pharmacist Network are a pharmacist led organisation who provide Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians to General Practices nationally. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining like minded individuals who are passionate about patient centred care, and we value a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.

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.

Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in patient care through your expertise as a Pharmacy Technician. If this role is suitable for you, please apply today. We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

• Medication Reconciliations using clinical letters and post Hospital Discharge Summaries
• Medicine Management including Prescription screening and processing
• Respond and communicate to patient related medication queries
• Communicate with local pharmacies regarding stock supplies issues and shortages
• Medication synchronization in line with regular repeat prescription
• Medication monitoring recalls (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)
• Prescribing audits in line with CQC/QOF targets as set by the Prescribing Team (training can be provided)
• High Risk Drug monitoring
• Standard/Annual medication monitoring
• ICB Medicine Incentive Schemes
• Shared Care Protocols
• Action medicines safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB
• Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews (training can be given)
• Assist with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication Review) Screening (training can be given)

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months experience working within general practice.
• A relevant qualification to show you are registered Pharmacy Technician with GPHC
• Experience with EMIS or System 1
• Have Internet connection /WIFI at all times during working hours
• Desirable to already be enrolled on the CPPE Primary Care pathway or completed already.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Level 3 Technician qualification

Desirable

• Experience within a GP
• Experience working with System 1 or Emis

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.