Job summary
We are seeking a motivated Pharmacy Technician to support medicines
optimisation within our PCN team. This role is central to ensuring
patients receive safe, effective, and appropriate treatment while supporting
GPs and practice staff with prescribing queries.
The successful candidate will liaise directly with patients, explaining
medication changes, promoting adherence, and addressing concerns. You will
contribute to structured medication reviews, check prescription accuracy, and
highlight potential interactions or issues. Working closely with pharmacists,
GPs, and the wider team, you will also respond to prescribing queries, support
cost-effective use of medicines, and escalate clinical concerns where
necessary.
This is a patient-facing role requiring excellent communication and
organisational skills. By bridging the gap between patients and clinicians, you
will play a key part in improving care quality, enhancing patient safety, and
ensuring the best possible outcomes from prescribed treatments.
Main duties of the job
To support medication review and conduct medicines reconciliation.
To identify patients suitable for medication changes in line with
the Medicines Management work plan to support QOF, prescribing targets and
ICB projects and subsequently make those changes with the agreement of the
GP or pharmacist, e.g: dose optimisation, formulary switching.
To assess prescribing data using practice clinical computer systems
and patient records, highlight any recommendations and implement changes
if required, to ensure patients medication records are up to date
Under the direction of the PCN Pharmacist/GPs, assist with
medication changes from hospital letters and medicines reconciliation for
new patients.
To implement initiatives to reduce
waste, improve medicines compliance and ensure best practice is adopted in
accordance with local guidelines, legislation, safety updates e.g NICE, MHRA
To assist the PCN Pharmacist with any searches, data collection and
letter production required for prescribing changes or drug alerts.
To facilitate High Risk Drug Monitoring
To provide information and answer technical medicines management
queries from healthcare professionals and members of the public.
To help develop and implement medicines management initiatives
through the work of the practice e.g. repeat prescribing
In conjunction with the PCN pharmacist deliver training and
education on prescribing and therapeutics in general practice
About us
We are a Central Liverpool Primary Care Network (CLPCN) comprising six practices in central
Liverpool, working collaboratively to improve the health and wellbeing of our
local population. Our practices serve a diverse community with a wide range of
health needs, and we are committed to providing accessible, high-quality care
that makes a real difference to peoples lives.
Our aim is to reduce health inequalities by addressing barriers to care and
ensuring patients receive the right support at the right time. Through close
partnership with patients, practice teams, and community services, we focus on
prevention, early intervention, and personalised care. Together, we are
building a healthier future for the communities we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Pharmacy Technician in General Practice within a Primary Care
NetworkJob DescriptionJob
responsibilitiesTo liaise with patients, practice staff, GPs, care home staff and
community pharmacists in all aspects of medication reviews and prescribing
queries to improve the pharmaceutical care of patients.
To support medication review and conduct medicines reconciliation.
To identify patients suitable for medication changes in line with
the Medicines Management work plan to support QOF, prescribing targets and
ICB projects and subsequently make those changes with the agreement of the
GP or pharmacist, e.g: dose optimisation, formulary switching.
To assess prescribing data using practice clinical computer systems
and patient records, highlight any recommendations and implement changes
if required, to ensure patients medication records are up to date
Under the direction of the PCN Pharmacist/GPs, assist with
medication changes from hospital letters and medicines reconciliation for
new patients. To highlight any medication errors/queries and report any
concerns to the PCN Pharmacist/GPs to support local clinical governance
structures
To implement initiatives to reduce
waste, improve medicines compliance and ensure best practice is adopted in
accordance with local guidelines, legislation, safety updates e.g NICE, MHRA
To assist the PCN Pharmacist with any searches, data collection and
letter production required for prescribing changes or drug alerts.
To facilitate High Risk Drug Monitoring
To provide information and answer technical medicines management
queries from healthcare professionals and members of the public.
To help develop and implement medicines management initiatives
through the work of the practice e.g. repeat prescribing, pharmacy MURs.
In conjunction with the PCN pharmacist deliver training and
education on prescribing and therapeutics in general practice
To provide pharmacy systems training to new members of the team and
provide leadership to new staff.
To take an active part in our Covid Vaccination programme when
needed, reconstituting vaccine, managing the cold chain and stock control
To be able to work as part of a team
To be able to work independently and have good time management
skills
To support and/or manage PCN wide projects depending on experience
Work in a professional manner, complying with confidentiality and
data protection policies
The post-holder:
1.
Is advised that the job description describes
responsibilities as they are currently required and these are subject for
review and updating in the light of changing service needs. Any changes will be
subject to consultation as part of the annual appraisal.
2.
Should be aware that job descriptions are not
fixed although every effort is made to ensure that the responsibilities reflect
what you are being asked to do. The job title and description may be amended
and you may be asked to undertake additional duties not specified that may be
reasonably required.
3.
May be expected to work at any of the medical
practice sites in line with service needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Pharmacy Technician in General Practice within a Primary Care
NetworkJob DescriptionJob
responsibilitiesTo liaise with patients, practice staff, GPs, care home staff and
community pharmacists in all aspects of medication reviews and prescribing
queries to improve the pharmaceutical care of patients.
To support medication review and conduct medicines reconciliation.
To identify patients suitable for medication changes in line with
the Medicines Management work plan to support QOF, prescribing targets and
ICB projects and subsequently make those changes with the agreement of the
GP or pharmacist, e.g: dose optimisation, formulary switching.
To assess prescribing data using practice clinical computer systems
and patient records, highlight any recommendations and implement changes
if required, to ensure patients medication records are up to date
Under the direction of the PCN Pharmacist/GPs, assist with
medication changes from hospital letters and medicines reconciliation for
new patients. To highlight any medication errors/queries and report any
concerns to the PCN Pharmacist/GPs to support local clinical governance
structures
To implement initiatives to reduce
waste, improve medicines compliance and ensure best practice is adopted in
accordance with local guidelines, legislation, safety updates e.g NICE, MHRA
To assist the PCN Pharmacist with any searches, data collection and
letter production required for prescribing changes or drug alerts.
To facilitate High Risk Drug Monitoring
To provide information and answer technical medicines management
queries from healthcare professionals and members of the public.
To help develop and implement medicines management initiatives
through the work of the practice e.g. repeat prescribing, pharmacy MURs.
In conjunction with the PCN pharmacist deliver training and
education on prescribing and therapeutics in general practice
To provide pharmacy systems training to new members of the team and
provide leadership to new staff.
To take an active part in our Covid Vaccination programme when
needed, reconstituting vaccine, managing the cold chain and stock control
To be able to work as part of a team
To be able to work independently and have good time management
skills
To support and/or manage PCN wide projects depending on experience
Work in a professional manner, complying with confidentiality and
data protection policies
The post-holder:
1.
Is advised that the job description describes
responsibilities as they are currently required and these are subject for
review and updating in the light of changing service needs. Any changes will be
subject to consultation as part of the annual appraisal.
2.
Should be aware that job descriptions are not
fixed although every effort is made to ensure that the responsibilities reflect
what you are being asked to do. The job title and description may be amended
and you may be asked to undertake additional duties not specified that may be
reasonably required.
3.
May be expected to work at any of the medical
practice sites in line with service needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General Pharmaceutical Council Registration as a Pharmacy Technician BTEC National Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science, NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD
- DBS
Desirable
- Previous experience working as a Primary Care Pharmacy Technician
- Access to a car and a driving licence
UK Registration
Essential
- 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General Pharmaceutical Council Registration as a Pharmacy Technician BTEC National Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science, NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD
- DBS
Desirable
- Previous experience working as a Primary Care Pharmacy Technician
- Access to a car and a driving licence
UK Registration
Essential
- 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.
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).
