Onsite Primary Care Pharmacy Technician - Durham (TPN-ON-PT-DWEST)

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  • Bearpark, County Durham
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Onsite Primary Care Pharmacy Technician due to company growth and expansion to work full-time for a practice in Durham. This opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Pharmacy Technicians, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, whilst playing a vital role in providing clinical support and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines.Full-time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practice.Main duties of the jobAs an Onsite hybrid Primary Care Pharmacy Technician you will confidently act within professional standards and boundaries, supporting and working alongside your General Practice team as well as Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within TPN.You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.About usThe Pharmacist Network are a Pharmacy led organisation who provide Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians to General Practices nationally. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining likeminded individuals who are passionate about patient centred care, and we value a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in patient care through your expertise as a Pharmacy Technician. If this role is suitable for you, please apply today. We look forward to receiving your application!Benefits for employees:GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid5 weeks of annual leave PLUS bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)Sick pay (in line with company policy)Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discountsAn established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support availableCompany equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard readerFlexibilityPension schemeDetailsDate posted19 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experience Attractive salary dependent on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberE0145-25-0149Job locationsDunelm Medical PracticeVictor TerraceBearparkDurhamDH7 7DGJob descriptionJob responsibilities
  • Medication Reconciliations using clinical letters and post Hospital Discharge Summaries
  • Medicine Management including Prescription screening and processing
  • Respond and communicate to patient related medication queries
  • Communicate with local pharmacies regarding stock supplies issues and shortages
  • Medication synchronisation in line with regular repeat prescription
  • Medication monitoring recalls (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)
  • Prescribing audits in line with CQC/QOF targets as set by the Prescribing Team (training can be provided)
  • High Risk Drug monitoring,
  • Standard/Annual medication monitoring
  • ICB Medicine Incentive Schemes
  • Shared Care Protocols
  • Action medicines safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB
  • Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews (training can be given)
  • Assist with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication Review) Screening (training can be given)
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
  • Medication Reconciliations using clinical letters and post Hospital Discharge Summaries
  • Medicine Management including Prescription screening and processing
  • Respond and communicate to patient related medication queries
  • Communicate with local pharmacies regarding stock supplies issues and shortages
  • Medication synchronisation in line with regular repeat prescription
  • Medication monitoring recalls (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)
  • Prescribing audits in line with CQC/QOF targets as set by the Prescribing Team (training can be provided)
  • High Risk Drug monitoring,
  • Standard/Annual medication monitoring
  • ICB Medicine Incentive Schemes
  • Shared Care Protocols
  • Action medicines safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB
  • Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews (training can be given)
  • Assist with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication Review) Screening (training can be given)
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
  • A minimum of 6 months experience working within Primary Care/GP Practice setting.
  • Experience using SystemOne
QualificationsEssential
  • A relevant qualification to show you are registered Pharmacy Technician with GPHC
  • Completed the CPPE pathway
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
  • A minimum of 6 months experience working within Primary Care/GP Practice setting.
  • Experience using SystemOne
QualificationsEssential
  • A relevant qualification to show you are registered Pharmacy Technician with GPHC
  • Completed the CPPE pathway

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