NhsJobs Swindon

• Undertaking medicines reconciliation in accordance to practice protocols and to update patients medical records / prescribing accordingly

• Complete medication reviews (pharm techs will be supported with their learning of these)

• To support the achievement of the practices prescribing Quality and Outcomes Framework targets

• Working with the pharmacy team 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 participate in medication audits.

• To support the Clinical Pharmacist and GP Partners in providing medication reviews, patient information leaflets and medicines awareness within own competence and referring when appropriate.

• To take a proactive approach to the safe handling of prescriptions, including assessment of risk and making recommendations for improvement.

• To respond to medication and prescription queries from patients and staff in a professional manner, referring to the appropriate clinician in accordance to practice protocols.

• To advise on the sourcing and safe management of medicines as appropriate

• Acknowledging MHRA safety alerts by performing system searches and responding accordingly.

Job description

• Undertaking medicines reconciliation in accordance to practice protocols and to update patients medical records / prescribing accordingly

• Complete medication reviews (pharm techs will be supported with their learning of these)

• To support the achievement of the practices prescribing Quality and Outcomes Framework targets

• Working with the pharmacy team 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 participate in medication audits.

• To support the Clinical Pharmacist and GP Partners in providing medication reviews, patient information leaflets and medicines awareness within own competence and referring when appropriate.

• To take a proactive approach to the safe handling of prescriptions, including assessment of risk and making recommendations for improvement.

• To respond to medication and prescription queries from patients and staff in a professional manner, referring to the appropriate clinician in accordance to practice protocols.

• To advise on the sourcing and safe management of medicines as appropriate

• Acknowledging MHRA safety alerts by performing system searches and responding accordingly.

What is the salary for this pharmacy technician role in Swindon?

The advertised salary for this pharmacy technician role at Ridge Green Medical Centre is Negotiable (per hour). Typical pharmacy technician pay in Swindon varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Swindon?

PharmSee is currently tracking 5 active pharmacy vacancies in Swindon across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Swindon pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

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