About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a trained pharmacy technician to work under the supervision of the lead pharmacy technician to improve the quality of prescribing and patient outcomes through high quality medicines review . The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, have excellent organisational and communication skills and also excellent IT skills.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role are-
Perform medicines improvement work to maximise safe, cost-effective best practice in prescribing under the supervision of the lead Pharmacy TechnicianAssist with medication safety monitoring systems (e.g high-risk drugs)Liaise with clinicians and administrative staff to resolve medicine- related queries.Support medicine reconciliation of patients whose care is transferred back into primary care in a timely and effective manner liaising with patients and other providers to ensure patients receive appropriate medication post dischargeCarry out medicines optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration, supporting medication reviews and medicines reconciliation of transfer of careCare Quality Commission-Work with the practice to ensure compliance with CQC standards where medicines are involvedImplement changes to medication that result from CAS/MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local/ national guidance
About us
We are a supportive practice in St Leonards on Sea in East Sussex providing high quality patient care to approximately 18,500 patients over 2 sites. We are a GP training practice. Our clinical team comprises of Salaried GP's, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Advanced Clinical Practitioners (Paramedic and Pharmacist), Practice Nurses, Physiotherapists, Pharmacy Technician and HCAs. Our CQC rating is Good. We also have a wide team of support staff which include, Practice Manager, Medicine Management Assistant, Care Co-ordinators, medical secretaries, coders, scanners, prescription clerks, receptionists and general admin.
Job description Job responsibilities
Perform medicines improvement work to maximise safe, cost-effective best practice in prescribing under the supervision of the lead Pharmacy Technician Assist with medication safety monitoring systems e.g high-risk drugs Liaise with clinicians and administrative staff to resolve medicine- related queries. Support medicine reconciliation of patients whose care is transferred back into primary care in a timely and effective manner liaising with patients and other providers to ensure patients receive appropriate medication post discharge Carry out medicines optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration, supporting medication reviews and medicines reconciliation of transfer of care Care Quality Commission-Work with the practice to ensure compliance with CQC standards where medicines are involved Implement changes to medication that result from CAS-MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local/ national guidanceTraining and Development
Take responsibility for own development with relevant evidence based knowledge and competence in all aspects of the role to meet clinical governance guidelines for Continuing Practice Development Work to deliver the NHS contract requirements related to the Practice (including the terms of Quality and Outcomes Framework)Governance
Produce complete and accurate records of patient consultation in line with best practices, confidentiality, policies and procedures
Deliver care according to NHS guidance, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care Take part in maintaining quality governance systems and processes across the Practice and its activities. Awareness of statutory safeguarding, notification processes and local guidance for children/vulnerable patients, applying relevant policies and legislation to protect them Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and guidelines for self and others by taking action or alerting the senior management team if the Practice appears to contravene policy or if there are concerns over any aspect of patient care. Confidentiality
Maintain confidentiality of information, acting within the Data Protection Act's terms and Caldicott's guidance on patient confidentiality. Maintain an awareness of the Freedom of Information Act.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, healthcare workers and the practice business is restricted to authorised persons following the Practice policies and procedures regarding confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. Health and Safety
Every employee should take reasonable care for the Health and Safety of themselves and others, including using protective clothing and cooperation with the practice in meeting its responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work legislation. In addition, the post holder must be aware of individual responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act and identify and report, as necessary, any untoward accident, incident or potentially hazardous environment.Codes of Conduct
Comply with the Code of Professional Conduct set by the General Pharmaceutical Council.Equality and Diversity
The post holder will support, promote and maintain the Practices Equality and Diversity Policy
No person, whether staff, patient or visitor, should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc. The job holder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure employment equality and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical science/pharmacy service Evidence of continued professional development
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a team
Desirable
Experience of working in primary care Experience of working in a GP practice
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 High Glades Medical Centre
Address 9a Upper Church Road
St Leonards on Sea
East Sussex
TN37 7AT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.highgladesmedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)