Job Description

Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network are looking for an enthusiastic and organised prescribing co-ordinator to join our Pharmacy team. You will be joining the current team which consists of Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy technicians.

The hours available are between 21- 27 hrs per week. In your application, please state your ideal number of hours you would like to work

Interview date: Monday 19th January 2026

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work alongside an established team of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians to provide administrative and coordination support to the pharmacy team.

About us

The Barnstaple Alliance PCN is a proactive and supportive network of four General Practitioner surgeries: Brannam, Fremington, Litchdon and Queens Medical Centres. Between us we provide care to over 52,000 patients in the Barnstaple area. Whilst retaining our independent surgeries, we are working together on collaborative projects to improve and develop the healthcare services we offer to patients.

Job responsibilities

Barnstaple Alliance PCN Care Co-ordinator Responsibilities

Carry out audits to identify improvements and maximise income for prescribing IIF (Investment and Impact fund) indicators. Update IT systems to include templates and protocols in order to meet the requirements of any changes in service specifications, e.g. IIF changes. Design efficient templates, protocols, alerts and other IT tools to support drug safety, patient care, quality record-keeping and reporting claims. work across Practices to share good Practice, identify information and IT needs, and implement effective systems and training. The aim is for all Practices to be best of the collaborative group by sharing what is does well. Establish good working relationships with people employed in Practices across the PCN to enable them to carry out their duties effectively. It is important that the skills of existing teams continue to be valued and their roles developed as agreed with the Practice. Work with the Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy technicians as well as other primary care professionals within the PCN to identify and manage a caseload of patients, and where required and as appropriate, refer people back to other health professionals within the PCN. Communicate with community pharmacy colleagues to assist Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy technicians. Give specific support to practices to help plan and deliver efficient vaccination campaigns such as Flu and Covid 19 using IT tools available to you. Take minutes of MDT meetings and disseminate; chase progress against actions identified in these meetings and ensure follow up where necessary.
Person Specification

Qualities & Attributes

Essential

Reliable, trustworthy, conscientious ,polite & good mannered, Smart, clean & well-presented appearance, Enthusiastic and a self-starter
Desirable

Flexible approach to duties and working arrangements Able to pick up what is happening around you and be able to show a proactive approach to delivering an excellent support service

Qualifications

Essential

Minimum of English & Maths GCSE B or equivalent
Desirable

Evidence of Medical Terminology training Pharmacy Services or equivalent NVQ3 qualification

Technical

Essential

Competent in Microsoft office Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint
Desirable

Previous experience of work as a Prescription Coordinator within Primary Care Previous work as a Pharmacy Technician / Dispensing Assistant Previous knowledge of SystmOne Touch-typist

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Excellent attention to detail Excellent customer service skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Problem solving skills Ability to work without direct supervision Ability to manage time and workload Manage multiple tasks and conflicting demands Ability to work under pressure & maintain a professional / effective approach Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team

Special Job Requirements

Essential

Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time Ability to deal with matters in a confidential manner
Desirable

Willingness to work additional hours to cover the holiday/sick leave of other staff

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.

Employer details

Employer name: Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network

Address: Brannams Medical Centre

Litchdon Street

Barnstaple

Devon

EX32 8GP

Employer's website

http://www.barnstaplealliance.co.uk

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.21-12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 21 - 27 per week

Work Location: In person