Job Description

ob Summary
Ivel Medical Centre is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly and supportive practice team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in medicines management and optimisation, helping us to deliver high-quality, safe, and effective care for our patients in Biggleswade and the surrounding community.
The successful candidate will work closely with our GPs, Clinical Pharmacist, Practice Nurses and wider administrative team to streamline repeat prescribing, support medicines reconciliation, improve medicines safety, and promote cost-effective prescribing. This role is ideally suited to a registered Pharmacy Technician who is passionate about patient care and keen to develop their skills in a practice-based environment.
The role is part time 25 hrs per week and salary will be AfC band 5 (pro rata) depending on experience
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Job
Support the repeat prescription process, ensuring safe, accurate, and timely issuing of medication.
Undertake medicines reconciliation for new patients and following hospital discharge.
Assist with medication reviews under supervision of the Clinical Pharmacist or GP.
Provide patients with advice on the safe storage, use and disposal of medicines, within professional competence.
Contribute to delivery of QOF, IIF and Enhanced Services related to prescribing and medicines safety.
Implement and monitor prescribing safety alerts, audits and medicines optimisation initiatives.
Support, advise and train administrative staff on repeat prescribing protocols.
About us
About Us
Ivel Medical Centre is a well-established, patient-focused practice located in the growing market town of Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. We care for approximately 13,000 patients and are rated Good by the CQC. Our team is committed to providing accessible, safe, and high-quality healthcare in a supportive and collaborative environment.
We are an innovative practice with a strong focus on continuous improvement, and staff development. As part of our team, you will have opportunities to expand your skills, access professional development, and contribute to shaping the future of primary care in our community.
Details
Date posted
06 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
31,049 to 37,796 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0224-25-0000
Job locations
Chestnut Avenue
Biggleswade
Bedfordshire
SG18 0RA
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description:
Job Summary
Ivel Medical Centre is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly and supportive practice team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in medicines management and optimisation, helping us to deliver high-quality, safe, and effective care for our patients in Biggleswade and the surrounding community.
The successful candidate will work closely with our GPs, Clinical Pharmacist, Practice Nurses and wider administrative team to streamline repeat prescribing, support medicines reconciliation, improve medicines safety, and promote cost-effective prescribing. This role is ideally suited to a registered Pharmacy Technician who is passionate about patient care and keen to develop their skills in a practice-based environment.
The role is part time 25 hrs per week and salary will be AfC band 5 pro rata depending on experience
Main Duties of the Job
Support the repeat prescription process, ensuring safe, accurate, and timely issuing of medication.
Undertake medicines reconciliation for new patients and following hospital discharge.
Assist with medication reviews under supervision of the Clinical Pharmacist or GP.
Provide patients with advice on the safe storage, use and disposal of medicines, within professional competence.
Contribute to delivery of QOF, IIF and Enhanced Services related to prescribing and medicines safety.
Implement and monitor prescribing safety alerts, audits and medicines optimisation initiatives.
Support, advise and train administrative staff on repeat prescribing protocols.
About Us
Ivel Medical Centre is a well-established, patient-focused practice located in the growing market town of Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. We care for approximately 13,000 patients and are rated Good by the CQC. Our team is committed to providing accessible, safe, and high-quality healthcare in a supportive and collaborative environment.
We are an innovative practice with a strong focus on continuous improvement, and staff development. As part of our team, you will have opportunities to expand your skills, access professional development, and contribute to shaping the future of primary care in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description:
Job Summary
Ivel Medical Centre is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly and supportive practice team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in medicines management and optimisation, helping us to deliver high-quality, safe, and effective care for our patients in Biggleswade and the surrounding community.
The successful candidate will work closely with our GPs, Clinical Pharmacist, Practice Nurses and wider administrative team to streamline repeat prescribing, support medicines reconciliation, improve medicines safety, and promote cost-effective prescribing. This role is ideally suited to a registered Pharmacy Technician who is passionate about patient care and keen to develop their skills in a practice-based environment.
The role is part time 25 hrs per week and salary will be AfC band 5 pro rata depending on experience
Main Duties of the Job
Support the repeat prescription process, ensuring safe, accurate, and timely issuing of medication.
Undertake medicines reconciliation for new patients and following hospital discharge.
Assist with medication reviews under supervision of the Clinical Pharmacist or GP.
Provide patients with advice on the safe storage, use and disposal of medicines, within professional competence.
Contribute to delivery of QOF, IIF and Enhanced Services related to prescribing and medicines safety.
Implement and monitor prescribing safety alerts, audits and medicines optimisation initiatives.
Support, advise and train administrative staff on repeat prescribing protocols.
About Us
Ivel Medical Centre is a well-established, patient-focused practice located in the growing market town of Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. We care for approximately 13,000 patients and are rated Good by the CQC. Our team is committed to providing accessible, safe, and high-quality healthcare in a supportive and collaborative environment.
We are an innovative practice with a strong focus on continuous improvement, and staff development. As part of our team, you will have opportunities to expand your skills, access professional development, and contribute to shaping the future of primary care in our community.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Accredited Checking Technician qualification
• Previous experience working in a GP practice or PCN
• Knowledge of QOF, IIF and NHS Enhanced Services

Experience
Essential

• Good understanding of medicines optimisation and safe prescribing
• Strong organisational and IT skills, including clinical systems such as EMIS or SystmOne.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a GP practice or PCN

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Accredited Checking Technician qualification
• Previous experience working in a GP practice or PCN
• Knowledge of QOF, IIF and NHS Enhanced Services

Experience
Essential

• Good understanding of medicines optimisation and safe prescribing
• Strong organisational and IT skills, including clinical systems such as EMIS or SystmOne.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a GP practice or PCN

Skills Required