Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician to support the Practice in ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and efficient systems for repeat prescribing and optimisation of medicines management. In order to be successful in this role you will need to have excellent communication skills and good IT abilities as well as a sound knowledge of medicines management and medicines optimisation gained in either primary or secondary care settings. The Technician will help us develop the practice for the future and maintain the quality of our practice and explore new horizons. We are located in a beautiful part of North Dorset with excellent links both road and rail with London. There are fantastic local schools both state and private. The coast is within easy reach for sailing, diving and outdoor pursuits. We can offer you: Family friendly environment, open to job sharing arrangements. Competitive salary commensurate with experience Excellent practice prescribing history and involvement with the medicines management team of the ICB Permanent contract Start date: negotiable. Must be registered or have registration pending and able to drive and work across all sites. Sound interesting? For more information contact:kay.greendorsetgp.nhs.uk Tel: 01258 474500 Main duties of the job Post Title: Practice Pharmacy Technician Working Hours: Full time Reports to: Practice Pharmacist JOB SUMMARY To support the Practice Pharmacist to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and efficient systems for repeat prescribing, medicines optimisation, reducing medicines waste and maximising patient outcomes. About us We are a large innovative and friendly GMS practice in North Dorset who are big on development, invest in our team and are keen to create opportunities for career development through routes such as portfolio working and giving autonomy to take the lead and use initiative. As a partnership we have demonstrated our commitment to diversification from the traditional model, having both an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Pharmacist and a Manager as partners in our organisation. We are passionate about giving all our team a voice and input into the way we work and provide care for our community. We are very fortunate to have a large MDT already and recognise the importance of a holistic approach to health care. We have been part of The Altogether Better Programme and now have a team of health champions and social prescribers which support this approach. We are a fun loving practice, looking for like minded enthusiasts to come and join us and deliver healthcare embracing new models of care. Located in a beautiful part of North Dorset (Shaftesbury and Sturminster Newton and surrounding areas), we enjoy excellent transport links, fantastic local schools (both state and private) and the coast is within easy reach for sailing, diving and outdoor pursuits Date posted 30 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Up to Band 6 depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A2355-BV-PBPT-Nov24 Job locations Sturminster Newton Medical Centre Old Market Hill Sturminster Newton Dorset DT10 1QU The Blackmore Vale Partnership Salisbury Road Shaftesbury Dorset SP7 8DH Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities To support, train and oversee the administrative staff involved in the preparation of repeat prescriptions and to participate in the daily preparation of repeat prescriptions in order to ensure high quality, safe and timely repeat prescribing. To support the administration staff with medicines reconciliation in accordance with practice protocols and to update patients medical records / prescribing accordingly. To support the achievement of the practices prescribing Quality and Outcomes Framework targets To contribute to the review and development of repeat prescribing protocols /Standard Operating Procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of repeat prescribing systems. To provide advice to GPs, staff and patients in changes to prescribing in order to support the improvement of prescribing safety, quality and cost effectiveness. To participate in medication audits To assist in the appropriate monitoring and management of prescribing budgets and to liaise with the medicines management team at Dorset ICB To prepare evidence based resources and information to support the implementation of rational cost-effective prescribing To support the Practice Based Pharmacist to provide medication reviews, patient information leaflets, medicine awareness. To take a proactive approach to the safe handling of prescriptions, including assessment of risk and making recommendations for improvement To respond to medication queries from patients and staff in a professional manner referring to the appropriate GP in accordance with practice protocols To advise on the sourcing and safe management of medicines as appropriate To assist in the submission of claims for personally administered drugs as required To assist in the control of medicines stocks within the practice and to advise on the safe and secure handling of controlled drugs and other medicines, ensuring compliance with medicines legislation. To help plan, develop and support the introduction of new working processes within the practice to optimise the quality of prescribing. Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities To support, train and oversee the administrative staff involved in the preparation of repeat prescriptions and to participate in the daily preparation of repeat prescriptions in order to ensure high quality, safe and timely repeat prescribing. To support the administration staff with medicines reconciliation in accordance with practice protocols and to update patients medical records / prescribing accordingly. To support the achievement of the practices prescribing Quality and Outcomes Framework targets To contribute to the review and development of repeat prescribing protocols /Standard Operating Procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of repeat prescribing systems. To provide advice to GPs, staff and patients in changes to prescribing in order to support the improvement of prescribing safety, quality and cost effectiveness. To participate in medication audits To assist in the appropriate monitoring and management of prescribing budgets and to liaise with the medicines management team at Dorset ICB To prepare evidence based resources and information to support the implementation of rational cost-effective prescribing To support the Practice Based Pharmacist to provide medication reviews, patient information leaflets, medicine awareness. To take a proactive approach to the safe handling of prescriptions, including assessment of risk and making recommendations for improvement To respond to medication queries from patients and staff in a professional manner referring to the appropriate GP in accordance with practice protocols To advise on the sourcing and safe management of medicines as appropriate To assist in the submission of claims for personally administered drugs as required To assist in the control of medicines stocks within the practice and to advise on the safe and secure handling of controlled drugs and other medicines, ensuring compliance with medicines legislation. To help plan, develop and support the introduction of new working processes within the practice to optimise the quality of prescribing. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician Full UK Driving licence Access to own transport and ability to travel between sites Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with people at all levels by telephone, email and face to face Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports Good personal organisational skills Effective time management Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure Desirable Experience working in a primary care setting Understanding and knowledge of healthcare provision in GP practices, QOF and enhanced services An appreciation of the new NHS landscape including the relationships between individual practices, PCNs and the commissioners Good clinical system IT knowledge of System one Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician Full UK Driving licence Access to own transport and ability to travel between sites Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with people at all levels by telephone, email and face to face Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports Good personal organisational skills Effective time management Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure Desirable Experience working in a primary care setting Understanding and knowledge of healthcare provision in GP practices, QOF and enhanced services An appreciation of the new NHS landscape including the relationships between individual practices, PCNs and the commissioners Good clinical system IT knowledge of System one 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Blackmore Vale Partnership Address Sturminster Newton Medical Centre Old Market Hill Sturminster Newton Dorset DT10 1QU Employer's website https://blackmorevalesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)