Prescription clerk/Data clerk

North Beverley Medical Centre

The closing date is 18 April 2025

Job summary

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Prescription Clerk to join our primary care team. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing repeat prescription requests, liaising with healthcare professionals, and ensuring efficient medication management for patients. This role is vital in supporting the smooth operation of the practice and enhancing patient care.

Additionally, the role includes Data Clerk responsibilities, ensuring accurate and efficient management of patient data, supporting data reporting, and assisting with administrative tasks related to healthcare records.

Main duties of the job

Prescription Management:

Process repeat prescription requests efficiently and accurately.
Liaise with GPs, pharmacies, and patients regarding medication queries.
Ensure prescriptions comply with practice and NHS policies.
Maintain accurate electronic and paper records of prescription requests.

Data Administration:

Update and maintain patient records, ensuring data accuracy.
Input and retrieve information from clinical systems.
Support data quality initiatives and audits.
Summarising and coding patient records.

About us

At North Beverley Medical Centre, teamwork is a cornerstone of our operations.We collaborate closely not only within our internal team but also with other GP surgeries in the North Beverley Primary Care Network (PCN).This collaborative approach enables us to enhance patient care by working at scale and sharing best practices.Our commitment extends to partnerships with hospitals, local authority services, and other agencies, ensuring comprehensive care for our patients.We actively engage with our patients, valuing their feedback and involving them in the care process.

Benefits of Working Here

Employees at North Beverley Medical Centre benefit from:

A supportive and collaborative work environment that values each team member's contributions.
Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
Engagement in innovative healthcare initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes.
Participation in a team that is committed to delivering high-quality care and making a positive impact in the community.

Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic and patient-focused practice where your skills and dedication are highly valued.

Date posted

02 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A0724-25-0000

Job locations

Pighill Lane

Beverley

HU17 7JY

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Prescription Clerk Responsibilities:

Process and manage repeat prescription requests in line with practice policies and procedures.

To process all repeat items of medication sent in by patient using the various protocols in place. This includes email requests, online requests, paper requests

To ensure that all requests are processed within a 72-hour time frame

Liaise with GPs, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication queries and prescription authorisations.

Ensure accurate data entry and updating of patient records on our clinical systems (SystmOne,).

Provide support and advice to patients regarding prescription processes, resolving queries efficiently and professionally

Monitor and manage prescription-related correspondence, including emails and phone calls.

Identify and escalate any prescription-related issues to the appropriate healthcare professional.

Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and NHS regulations regarding medication and prescriptions.

Assist in medication audits and reviews to improve service efficiency and patient safety.

To actively encourage patients to reconcile medications to facilitate monthly collections

To ensure that any queries on medication are highlighted to the relevant clinician

To identify patients requiring a medication review and sent invites to book appointment online

Data Clerk Responsibilities:

Maintain and update patient records accurately and confidentially.

Assist with QoF , IIF etc achievement.

Assist in data collection, reporting, and analysis to support the practices operational needs.

Ensure all healthcare data is processed in compliance with NHS guidelines and data protection regulations.

Support healthcare professionals with retrieving and inputting patient information.

Identify and correct data discrepancies, ensuring high data quality.

Assist in the preparation of reports for audits, reviews, and practice meetings.

Work collaboratively with the administrative team to improve data management processes.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and will be reviewed periodically in conjunction with the post holder. The post holder is required to carry out any duties that may reasonably be requested by the partners and the practice manager.