Pharmacy Technician inChippenham inChippenham PUBLISHED THU 17 OCT 2024

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Chippenham, Corsham & Box Primary Care Network rvZP9s6p

Chippenham, Corsham & Box Primary Care Network is looking for a dedicated and independent Pharmacy Technician to join their pharmacy team. The role includes providing quality patient care across five GP practices, focusing on tasks such as medicines reconciliation, safety alerts, daily medicine management, and supporting seasonal vaccination programs. The candidate is expected to enhance the prescribing process and patient medication concordance while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to resolve medication-related queries and improve service quality through audits.

Candidates should hold professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council and a BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or Pharmaceutical Sciences. An understanding of clinical pharmacy, IT proficiency, and a flexible, patient-focused approach are vital. Responsibilities also include monitoring prescribing practices, supporting clinical pharmacists, and employing a methodical approach to ensure accurate and effective medication use. The position requires good communication skills, the ability to analyze prescribing data, and effective time management. A full driving license and mobile capability are essential for this role across the PCN area.

Chippenham, Corsham & Box Primary Care Network are seeking an enthusiastic, patient-focused & independently motivated person to join our existing pharmacy team of pharmacists & a pharmacy technician to provide quality patient-care.

This is a role taking advantage of the NHS Network Contract DES for Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme. Enrolment (or completion) of the CPPE Primary Care Pathway is expected.

The successful candidate will work across the 5 GP Practices in the PCN, with projects ranging from dealing with medicines reconciliation of clinical documents post-discharge, medicine safety alert processes, daily medicine-related tasks, involvement in seasonal vaccination programmes & facilitating medication reviews. We expect contribution to safe and effective prescribing across the PCN, acting on best practice from local & national guidelines.

Support the role of PCN clinical pharmacists in the delivery of clinical pharmacy services to people in their own homes or local care homes.

Perform medicines improvement work to maximise safe, cost-effective best practice in prescribing
Improve the use of medicines and help patients with medication concordance
Assist with medication safety monitoring systems
Liaise with hospital teams, clinicians and administrative staff to resolve medicine-related queries
Monitor practice prescribing and adherence to practice, local and national prescribing policies
Improve service and quality through audit and searches
Help identify patients at risk of medicines use issues, including waste, safety and over-use

About us
Qualifications

Essential

Desirable

Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Knowledge of CPPE primary Care Pathway (necessary for ARRS funding)

BTEC/NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Service Skills/Pharmaceutical Sciences

Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD)

Full Driving Licence

Experience

Good IT skills and literacy

Experience of working with GP prescribing systems, other clinical systems, and Microsoft Office

Previous experience of working in primary care, within a GP practice

Knowledge & understanding

Good clinical pharmacy knowledge including terminology

Awareness of systems to support management of patients in primary care

Knowledge and understanding of pharmacy law and ethics, and current legislation surrounding medication-use

Awareness of GP budget-management and funding systems that enable Pharmacy teams to deliver local and NHS priorities

An appreciation of concepts associated with primary care prescribing including rational, cost-effective and quality improvement

Skills & Competencies

Able to analyse and interpret data

Able to analyse and interpret prescribing data

Has attention to detail, working accurately and able to identify errors quickly and easily

Able to manage allocated resources (time, equipment, base location)

Methodical and organised approach to prioritise workload

Able to think analytically

Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent understanding of data protection and confidentiality principles

Attributes

Works effectively independently and as a member of a team

Flexible approach to meet service needs

Self-motivated and proactive

Independently mobile to be able to work across the PCN geographical area

Demonstrate ability to work in busy environment, dealing with both urgent and important tasks, prioritising effectively while supporting others

Excellent time keeping and prioritisation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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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.

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