Job Description

We practice from a new Health Centre in the pleasant, large village of Hope, located between Mold and Wrexham and 10 miles from Chester. Our patient list size is over 10000 and we dispense to 2000 patients, providing a quality dispensing service.

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to join our dynamic practice as a Pharmacy Technician. This is a fantastic chance to work within a supportive multi-disciplinary team and play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care through safe, effective medicines management.

The ideal candidate for the role will have:

BTEC or NHQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council Previous GP Practice experience is desirable Good Clinical knowledge Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills. The commitment to continue to learn and develop. A proactive approach with a strong focus on patient safety and care. Competent in using clinical systems and confident with IT. Support care home residents with reconciliation, synchronisation, safety training, and medication changes. The confidence to work as part of a busy GP practice The ability to adapt to be able to convey information to patients and fellow healthcare professionals.

Main duties of the job

Clinical:

Participation in daily preparation of repeat prescriptions to ensure high quality, safe and timely repeat prescribing. To perform synchronisation of medication supplies; perform amendments to issue durations of prescriptions to match actual medication use duration; co-ordinate and lead efforts to satisfy medication monitoring requirements; liaise with the administrative team about patient discharge information and clinical letters to perform medication reconciliation Respond to medication queries from patients and staff, take appropriate action Conducting medication reviews and reconciliation post-hospital discharge. Working with the clinical pharmacist and GPs to optimise prescribing. Providing advice to patients and staff on safe and effective medicine use.

Systems

Provide advice to GP's, staff and patients in changes to prescribing, to support the improvement of prescribing safety, quality and cost effectiveness. Participate in medication audits and Quality Improvement Projects. Plan, develop and support the introduction of new working processes to optimise the quality of prescribing.

Communication and Collaboration

Liaise with GPs, pharmacists, nurses, and local pharmacies to resolve medication issues and ensure safe transitions of care Maintain professional and sensitive communication with patients, considering accessibility and consent Contribute to shared learning and consistency across PCN practices.

Audit, Records and Compliance

Maintain accurate clinical records on EMIS Support audits, data collection, and performance reporting Uphold confidentiality, data protection, safeguarding, and infection control standards.

Learning and Development

Maintain GPhC registration and CPD portfolio. Engage in supervision, appraisal, and quality improvement activities. Participate in staff training, clinical governance, and multidisciplinary education sessions.

General Duties

Follow policies and procedures, manage workload effectively, and report incidents or complaints promptly. Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work. Adhere to health and safety standards and uphold the professional image of the PCN.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.59-15.13 per hour

Expected hours: 24 - 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/11/2025