Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Nhs Jobs

Gov UK

Hounslow, TW3 3ET

4 hours ago

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Main duties of the job 1.Medicines Management Support and manage repeat prescription processes, ensuring accuracy, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Conduct basic medication reviews under the supervision of a Clinical Pharmacist. Support medicines optimisation activities and implement formulary or prescribing policies. Perform medication switches or dose adjustments as directed by prescribers or pharmacists. Assist with medication queries from patients, care homes, community pharmacies, and prescribers, and forward recommendations for alternatives. Co-ordinate medication review appointments and any changes of medication as advised by the clinical team. 2. Medicines Reconciliation Undertake medicines reconciliation for patients after hospital discharge or transfer of care. Liaise with community pharmacies, hospitals, and other care providers to ensure continuity of care. Update electronic health records accurately and promptly. 3. Safety, Quality, and Compliance Support implementation of MHRA alerts, safety updates, and prescribing audits. Participate in audits, incident reporting, and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Utilise the GP practice clinical systems (SystmOne) to conduct prescribing audits. Participate in practice and multidisciplinary meetings to promote safe, effective prescribing. 4. Patient Support and Communication Provide education and advice to patients about safe and effective use of medicines (within scope of practice). Signpost patients to appropriate services or self-care options where suitable. Support initiatives to improve patient understanding and adherence to prescribed treatments. 5. Practice Development Contribute to the development and improvement of medicines management systems within the practice. Support QOF, IIF, and other contractual or quality frameworks related to prescribing. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and share learning with colleagues.