Pharmacy Technician

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Description


We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and patient-focused Pharmacy Technician to join our established team at Bridge Medical Centre in Crawley, West Sussex. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care within a forward-thinking and supportive primary care setting.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Role:
Support clinicians in medicines optimisation and repeat prescription processes
Liaise with community pharmacies and care homes to ensure medication safety and continuity
Process repeat medication requests accurately and efficiently, using System One
Provide medication advice within scope of competence and escalate where needed
Conduct audits and support QOF and other medicines-related targets
Monitor and support medication reviews, drug monitoring, and shared care protocols
Contribute to reducing waste and promoting cost-effective prescribing
About us
Overview of Our Organisation: Bridge Medical Centre is a well-regarded, high-performing GP practice serving a diverse population of 12,000 patients in Crawley. Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, nurses, paramedics, pharmacists, health care assistants, and a care coordinator. We are committed to holistic, patient-centred care and continual service improvement. The practice uses System One and actively supports professional development and career progression.
Details
Date posted
01 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience In line with local primary care rates
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours
Reference number
A0726-25-0007
Job locations
Wassand Close
Three Bridges
Crawley
West Sussex
RH10 1LL
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and competent Pharmacy Technician to join our multidisciplinary team at Bridge Medical Centre. The role involves supporting the practice's clinical and administrative functions with a focus on medicines optimisation, repeat prescribing, and safe, effective medication use across the practice population. The Pharmacy Technician will work under the supervision of a Clinical Pharmacist and GPs.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Medicines Optimisation:
Support medication reviews and medicines reconciliation.
Provide support for patients with chronic disease management in line with local and national guidance.
Implement prescribing changes agreed at practice and PCN level.
Promote cost-effective and evidence-based prescribing.
2. Repeat Prescribing & Administration:
Review and manage repeat medication requests.
Ensure prescriptions are issued accurately and safely, aligning with clinical protocols.
Maintain up-to-date records on SystmOne.
3. Clinical Support:
Support the Clinical Pharmacist with audits, QOF work, and clinical safety reviews.
Identify patients eligible for structured medication reviews.
Assist in the recall and management of patients requiring medication monitoring.
4. Communication & Teamwork:
Liaise with community pharmacies and local services to ensure safe transfer of care.
Participate in practice meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.
Provide support and training to new staff and apprentices where appropriate.
5. Professional Development:
Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Attend CPD sessions and maintain a personal development portfolio.
Comply with all governance, safeguarding, and infection control standards.
Essential Requirements:
Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC.
Experience in a pharmacy setting (primary care, PCN, or community pharmacy).
Knowledge of medicines legislation and NHS prescribing systems.
Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.
Desirable:
Experience with SystmOne.
Experience in general practice or PCN-based roles.
Knowledge of QOF, enhanced services, and clinical audits.
Working Hours: Full-time or part-time options considered
Contract Type: Permanent
Bridge Medical Centre is committed to providing equal opportunities, ongoing training, and a supportive environment for personal and professional development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and competent Pharmacy Technician to join our multidisciplinary team at Bridge Medical Centre. The role involves supporting the practice's clinical and administrative functions with a focus on medicines optimisation, repeat prescribing, and safe, effective medication use across the practice population. The Pharmacy Technician will work under the supervision of a Clinical Pharmacist and GPs.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Medicines Optimisation:
Support medication reviews and medicines reconciliation.
Provide support for patients with chronic disease management in line with local and national guidance.
Implement prescribing changes agreed at practice and PCN level.
Promote cost-effective and evidence-based prescribing.
2. Repeat Prescribing & Administration:
Review and manage repeat medication requests.
Ensure prescriptions are issued accurately and safely, aligning with clinical protocols.
Maintain up-to-date records on SystmOne.
3. Clinical Support:
Support the Clinical Pharmacist with audits, QOF work, and clinical safety reviews.
Identify patients eligible for structured medication reviews.
Assist in the recall and management of patients requiring medication monitoring.
4. Communication & Teamwork:
Liaise with community pharmacies and local services to ensure safe transfer of care.
Participate in practice meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.
Provide support and training to new staff and apprentices where appropriate.
5. Professional Development:
Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Attend CPD sessions and maintain a personal development portfolio.
Comply with all governance, safeguarding, and infection control standards.
Essential Requirements:
Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC.
Experience in a pharmacy setting (primary care, PCN, or community pharmacy).
Knowledge of medicines legislation and NHS prescribing systems.
Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.
Desirable:
Experience with SystmOne.
Experience in general practice or PCN-based roles.
Knowledge of QOF, enhanced services, and clinical audits.
Working Hours: Full-time or part-time options considered
Contract Type: Permanent
Bridge Medical Centre is committed to providing equal opportunities, ongoing training, and a supportive environment for personal and professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

  • Essential:
  • Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician
  • Experience working in a primary care, community or hospital pharmacy setting
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good IT skills including use of electronic patient record systems (System One preferable)
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Organised and self-motivated with attention to detail
Desirable
  • Desirable:
  • Experience working in general practice or PCN
  • Knowledge of prescribing processes, repeat dispensing and medication audits
  • Completion of CPPE training modules or equivalent primary care courses
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
  • Essential:
  • Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician
  • Experience working in a primary care, community or hospital pharmacy setting
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good IT skills including use of electronic patient record systems (System One preferable)
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Organised and self-motivated with attention to detail
Desirable
  • Desirable:
  • Experience working in general practice or PCN
  • Knowledge of prescribing processes, repeat dispensing and medication audits
  • Completion of CPPE training modules or equivalent primary care courses

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3177055
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom
  • Education
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