Job Description

The Beacon Health Group Partnership operates over three sites. The main site, Danbury Medical Centre is based in the village of Danbury. We have two smaller branch sites which are Mountbatten House Surgery (based in North Springfield) and Moulsham Lodge Surgery (based in central Chelmsford).


The Beacon Health Group is now able to offer our patients a wider variety of services ranging from chronic disease clinics to minor surgery services (performed within the new purpose built Minor Surgery Suite based at Danbury). We also provide Friday extended morning appointments between 7.00am-8.00am, and Monday evening appointments between 6.30pm-8.00pm provided by GPs, Nurses & Pharmacists.



Due to the size of our Group, the Beacon Health Group is an exceptionally diverse and forward thinking practice. Currently we are recruiting for the role of Pharmacy Technician to join our team based across all our sites. Part time and Full time applicants welcomed, with the rate for the position 17.49 per hour.


This role will be an exciting opportunity to become a part of our multidisciplinary team at The Danbury Medical Centre. You will work under the supervision of the senior clinical pharmacist, and the lead GP.



Key duties & responsibilities include:



Working with the senior clinical pharmacist, clinical pharmacists team, lead GP, dispensary, QOF team, reception, and other members of the wider practice team. To support the achievement of the practice/PCN DES/IIF prescribing Quality and Outcomes Framework targets. Dealing with medication queries from patients and queries from clinicians in line with agreed protocols. Liaise with the wider health care team including community nurses, care home staff and the Farleigh Hospice with medication queries when required, and within competency. Conduct medication reconciliation following discharge from hospital, clinic visits and other transfers of care (e.g. new patients, care home residents), to ensure that medication changes are safely implemented in a timely fashion with the support of the clinical pharmacist when required. Liaise with secondary and primary care colleagues to ensure correct medicines are continued following the transfer of care when required.

Primary care clinical pharmacy is developing, and we are looking for a motivated individual who is flexible to respond to the developing nature of the role and the needs and priorities of the teams you will be supporting. You will need excellent communication skills to be able to liaise with patients, our primary care teams, community pharmacists and other community clinical teams when required.







Key knowledge, skills & abilities:



GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician BTEC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in pharmacy services Accredited checking technician (desirable) Experience in a hospital, community or primary care pharmacy Excellent Communication skills Knowledge and understanding of pharmacy law, ethics & current legislation Good pharmacy knowledge including terminology


The benefits of joining our organisation include:



Access to the NHS Pension NHS Benefits such as discounts at various major brands Generous Holiday Entitlement Competitive Rates of Pay Company Sick Pay Scheme


If you think this opportunity is suitable to you, then please apply as we would love to hear from you.



If you have any questions about the role, please do not hesitate to contact us.



The Beacon Health Group strives to be an equal opportunities employer