Job Description

Why Join Us?

St Mary's is a dynamic, forward-thinking practice with a strong commitment to professional development and collaborative working. We are proud to foster a supportive environment with a well-established pharmacy team that includes:
- Three Med Techs
- Two Pharmacy Technicians
- One Clinical Pharmacist
- Two Foundation Year Trainee Pharmacists
- An Advanced Pharmacist Practitioner

You'll feel fully supported as you grow in your role, with access to ongoing training opportunities and a team that values innovation and excellence in patient care. Our wider multidisciplinary team includes experienced GPs, registrars, nurses, paramedics, and nurse advanced practitioners, creating a rich environment for shared learning and collaboration.

We are looking for a proactive and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our experienced medicines management team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified technician to develop professionally within a primary care setting while making a meaningful impact on patient safety and medicines optimisation.

About the Role

As a Pharmacy Technician at St Mary's Surgery, you will play a key role in supporting the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines. You will assist in medication reviews, manage repeat prescriptions, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with our Clinical Pharmacists. Supervision and support will be provided to help you thrive in your role.

Key Responsibilities

- Support patient safety and medicines optimisation initiatives
- Conduct Level 1 medication reviews and repeat prescription reconciliations
- Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
- Liaise with external partners including community pharmacies and PCN teams
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medication records
- Contribute to audits, safety alerts, and formulary implementation
- Assist in meeting practice targets, including QOF and DES requirements

What We Offer

- A collaborative and supportive team culture
- Supervision and mentorship from Clinical Pharmacists
- Continued professional development and CPD opportunities
- Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
- Involvement in service improvement and practice development

Key Requirements

- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Experience working in community pharmacy or primary care settings
- Strong communication skills and confidence with IT systems
- Enthusiastic about personal development and patient-centred care
- Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 25 - 37.5 per week

Experience:

Pharmacy technician: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person