Pharmacy Technician inPeterborough inPeterborough PUBLISHED THU 24 OCT 2024

£23,659 to £28,528 a year PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS

Lakeside Healthcare Group rPMjjZs7

Lakeside Healthcare Group is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join their expanding team in Peterborough, aimed at enhancing the Pharmacy Technician workforce within General Practice. The primary responsibilities include supporting pharmacists with medicines reconciliation and conducting medication reviews to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines for patients. The role will begin with focusing on reconciling medications from clinic and discharge letters and will evolve as the pharmacy team's involvement grows.

Candidates will be responsible for assessing and updating medication records, monitoring patient prescriptions, and addressing any concerns related to medication regimens. The position also requires collaboration with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to support initiatives like antimicrobial stewardship and medicines optimisation. Continued professional development and training will be integral parts of the role, fostering a culture of shared learning within the team.

Lakeside Healthcare is continuing to expand its team of Pharmacy Technicians across the organisation and its Primary Care Network member practices. We aim to build the largest Pharmacy Technician workforce in General Practice. We value the contribution that Pharmacy Technicians make within our multi-disciplinary teams, and we aim to continue to safely push the boundaries in-order to develop the Pharmacy Technician role.

Your role will be to predominately support our Pharmacists with Medicines Reconciliation and Medication Reviews. This is an innovative role to work within the Lakeside Healthcare Pharmacy team to ensure safe and effective use of medicines for patients within Lakeside Healthcare. As a starting point the role will initially focus on medicines reconciliation from clinic and dischargeletters, and will develop further as the role of the Pharmacy team expands within theorganisation. It is vital that effective systems and procedures are in place to ensure that thisprocess is effective, safe and efficient. The right candidate will be involved in day to daymanagement of this with regular and thorough reviews of all medications. The process alsoensures that patients receive the appropriate monitoring necessary for the medication they areprescribed.

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The role of pharmacy within General Practice is part of an exciting programme of transformation which is underpinned by the NHS Long Term Plan.
This is an innovative role to work within the Lakeside Healthcare Pharmacy team to ensure safe and effective use of medicines for patients within Lakeside Healthcare. As a starting point the role will initially focus on medicines reconciliation from clinic and discharge letters, and will develop further as the role of the Pharmacy team expands within the organisation. It is vital that effective systems and procedures are in place to ensure that this process is effective, safe and efficient. The right candidate will be involved in day to day management of this with regular and thorough reviews of all medications. The process also ensures that patients receive the appropriate monitoring necessary for the medication they are prescribed.
Job Responsibilities/Principal Duties to include:
Medicines reconciliation from clinic and discharge letters
Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols
Level 1 medication reviews to include: Identifying patients on repeat medication who have not had a medication review
Check medical notes to assess if any monitoring is required and arrange as appropriate
Update medication as appropriate following defined protocols o Remove any old or unnecessary medication from repeat
Update quantities to provide appropriate supply each month
Review dosage instructions to ensure concise and clear instructions
Ensure prescribing is in-line with the Lakeside Drug Formulary whilst taking consideration of CCG prescribing guidance.
Support Clinical Pharmacists with general prescription requests and medication queries to allow them to review the more clinically complex requests.
Liaise with the pharmacist if there are any concerns regarding patient medication regimens
Promote and support the implementation of electronic repeat dispensing
Conduct searches for audits and high-risk drug monitoring using clinical systems.
Participate in practice meetings, and other meetings to improve engagement of the role of pharmacy technician within the Lakeside Pharmacy model and to promote issues relevant to prescribing.
Undertake training and development, to ensure the required knowledge and skills for practice-based work.
Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing.
Assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation incentive schemes and audits relating to MHRA alerts, drug monitoring and other patient safety initiatives.
Develop relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care, and mental health.
Training and personal development: You will participate in any training and development programmes implemented by Lakeside Healthcare.
This could include:
Participation in individual performance reviews, including maintaining a record of your own personal and professional development.
Working with the Senior Pharmacist and the Management team to assess own learning needs and undertaken any training as appropriate.
Make effective use of learning opportunities inside and outside the workplace, and provide relevant feedback where appropriate.
Disseminate learning and information gained to other team members in order to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments.
Undertake mandatory and statutory training as required.

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To work as a Pharmacy Technician in the UK, you need a combination of educational qualifications, technical skills, and interpersonal skills. Here are the key skills and qualifications typically required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Pharmacy Technician Diploma: You usually need to complete a Level 3 qualification in Pharmacy Services (e.g., BTEC in Pharmacy Services, City & Guilds Diploma).

2. Registration: You must register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) to practice as a Pharmacy Technician.

Technical Skills:

1. Pharmaceutical Knowledge: A solid understanding of medications, their uses, side effects, and how they interact.

2. Dispensing Skills: Proficiency in accurately dispensing medications and managing prescriptions.

3. Health and Safety: Knowledge of health and safety regulations, particularly related to the handling of medicines.

4. Inventory Management: Skills in managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and keeping accurate records.

5. IT Skills: Competence in using pharmacy management software and other computer systems to maintain patient records and manage stock.

Interpersonal Skills:

1. Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with patients and healthcare professionals. This includes explaining medication usage and addressing patient concerns.

2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a pharmacy team and with other healthcare providers.

3. Customer Service: Strong skills in providing excellent service to patients and addressing their needs in a respectful and supportive manner.

4. Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in dispensing medications and managing prescriptions.

Other Skills:

1. Problem-Solving: Ability to handle issues that may arise with prescriptions or patient concerns effectively.

2. Empathy: Understanding the needs and concerns of patients, providing them with support and reassurance.

3. Time Management: Balancing various tasks efficiently, particularly in a busy pharmacy environment.

4. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes in regulations, medications, and technologies.

Additional Considerations:

- Continued Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing education and training to stay updated with the latest practices and advancements in pharmacy.

- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with UK pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines.