Pharmacy Technician

4 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Monkseaton Medical Centre Full time

About Us

Monkseaton Medical Centre is a dynamic and innovative healthcare provider, dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of our patients and the community we serve.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Pharmacy Technician to join our team as a Medicines Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional to contribute to the delivery of excellent patient care and support the implementation of our medicines optimisation strategy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the practice pharmacists in the management of medicines, including medication review and monitoring.
  • Provide technical support to the pharmacy team, including the implementation of QIPP switches and the management of repeat dispensing.
  • Collaborate with local community pharmacists and care homes to ensure seamless medication management and communication.
  • Develop and maintain effective communication systems to ensure the dissemination of information within the practice.
  • Support the provision of prescribing advice to prescribers and clinical staff, including changes in drug safety information and discontinued products.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of medicines optimisation initiatives, including the use of shared decision making and the promotion of cost-effective use of medicines.

Person Specification

  • Recognised qualification in pharmaceutical sciences (BTEC / NVQ3 or equivalent) plus specialist training and experience to degree or equivalent level.
  • Registered technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
  • ECDL or equivalent level of knowledge.
  • Minimum 3 years relevant post-qualification experience.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential data.
  • Proven communication and interpersonal skills, including dealing with patients and carers.
  • Able to plan and work independently and manage competing priorities.
  • On-going commitment to continuing professional development to maintain theoretical and practical knowledge.
  • Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Able to plan own work with a high degree of motivation.
  • Ability to work with others as a team player.
  • Able to prepare and present reports.
  • Able to use information technology, including word processing and spreadsheets.

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