QR code linking to this job posting Remote Pharmacy Technician in Ashington inAshington PUBLISHED TUE 7 JAN 2025

Band 5: Depending on experience  PERMANENT 

The Role

We require the candidate to have at least 1 years experience in primary care and have completed their CPPE Pathway.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Remote based Pharmacy Technician due to company growth and expansion to work Full-time for one of our many PCN contracts across the UK. This opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Pharmacy Technicians, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, whilst playing a vital role in providing clinical support and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines.

Full-time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practice.

As a Pharmacy Technician you will confidently act within professional standards and boundaries, supporting and working alongside your General Practice team as well as Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within TPN.

You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvementof access to healthcare.

About us

Medication Reconciliations using clinical letters and post Hospital Discharge Summaries

Medicine Management including Prescription screening and processing

Respond and communicate to patient related medication queries

Communicate with local pharmacies regarding stock supplies issues and shortages

Medication synchronisation in line with regular repeat prescription

Medication monitoring recalls (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)

Prescribing audits in line with CQC/QOF targets as set by the Prescribing Team (training can be provided)

High Risk Drug monitoring,

Standard/Annual medication monitoring

ICB Medicine Incentive Schemes

Shared Care Protocols

Action medicines safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB

Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews (training can be given)

Assist with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication Review) Screening (training can be given)

Job Requirements

A minimum of 6 months experience working within general practice.

A relevant qualification to show you are registered Pharmacy Technician with GPHC

Experience with EMIS or System 1

Have Internet connection /WIFI at all times during working hours

Desirable to already be enrolled on the CPPE Primary Care pathway or completed already.