Pcn Pharmacy Technician

Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding team within the Fareham & Portchester PCN.Pharmacy technicians play an important role; in complementing clinical pharmacists and other members of the PCN team as well as staff within each practice and external organisations.The purpose of the role is to improve patient care by implementing best practices and maximising prescribing safety.
The post holder will help patients get the most from their medicines, improve repeat prescribing processes, lead and promote repeat dispensing/online ordering as well as aiming to reduce medicine waste, as well as assisting the four practices across the PCN with on the-day queries.In addition, the post holder will be responsible for developing the understanding of medicines optimisation throughout the practice teams.
This will involve assisting the PCN in achieving national requirements, NICE implementation and the utilisation of medicines optimisation initiatives.As well as the PCN national requirements you will assist all four with their practice-based needs, assisting practice prescribing teams with inquiries.
Main duties of the job Computer literate with an ability to use the required GP clinical systems (desirable) and Microsoft office packages (essential) Understand the aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this for the Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice pilot sites Able to analyse and interpret prescribing data Has attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily Able to effectively manage allocated resources Has a planned and organised approach with an ability to prioritise their own workload to meet strict deadlines Able to think analytically; anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead; using analytical techniques to draw logical solutions to problems Excellent verbal and written communication skills Influencing and negotiating skills An excellent understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues About us Our PCN comprises of four practices located in the Fareham area.
The role is funded under the additional role reimbursement scheme (ARRS).
The post-holder will be required to enrol on the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP).
You will have a key role in the pharmacy team which consists of 3 clinical pharmacists and 2 Pharmacy TechniciansWe are looking to recruit 1 whole-time equivalent Pharmacy Technicians for FPPCN.
It is expected that the Pharmacy Technician will be available to work across the normal working week.Mon-Friday 0830 -1630Candidates will be employed on a pay range of up to £24000 to £27000 pro rata.The role will need to be mobile as they will need to travel across the whole of the Fareham & Portchester Network.There will be a robust induction programme and ongoing training associated with this role.Staff will have access to NHS Pension Scheme.At Fareham and Portchester PCN, we believe in the inherent dignity and worth of every individual.
We are committed to fostering a culture that values diversity, promotes inclusivity, and ensures equal opportunities for all, irrespective of race, colour, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Job description Job responsibilities Job SummaryClinical Pharmacy in General Practice is part of an exciting programme to transform and develop a new model of care addressing our ambition to deliver patient-centred coordinated care across Fareham & Portchester PCN.
Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice is supported by national policy which has highlighted a need to better utilise the role of pharmacy professionals within primary care.
Our aim is to pro-actively help patients stay safe, out of hospital and reduce the demands on healthcare provision.Pharmacy technicians play an important role; complementing clinical pharmacists, social prescribers, the Home Visiting Team, other members of the PCN team as well as staff within each practice Not only will you be working closely within the PCN, you will be expected to work closely with colleagues outside of the organisation such as other PCNs, community pharmacies, CCG pharmacy professionals and secondary care.
The pharmacy technicians core responsibilities will cover clinical, technical and administrative duties.The purpose of the role is to improve patient care by implementing best practice and maximising prescribing safety.
The post holder will help patients get the most from their medicines, improve repeat prescribing processes, lead and promote repeat dispensing/online ordering as well as aiming to reduce medicine waste.In addition, the post holder will be responsible for developing the understanding of medicines optimisation throughout the practice teams.
This will involve assisting the PCN in achieving national requirements, NICE implementation and the utilisation of medicines optimisation initiatives.The role is funded under the additional role reimbursement scheme (ARRS).
The post-holder will be required to enrol on the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP).
You will have a key role in the pharmacy team which consists of five clinical pharmacists.ClinicalUndertake patient facing and patient supporting roles to ensure effective medicines use, through shared decision-making conversations with patients.Carry out medicines optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration ( checking inhaler technique), supporting medication reviews and medicines reconciliation.
Where required, utilise consultation skills to work in partnership with patients to ensure they use their medicines effectively.As determined by the PCN, support medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new care home patients and synchronising medicines for patient transfers between care settings, linking with local community pharmacies.Support the Clinical Pharmacist in Structure Medication Reviews (SMR) organise necessary monitoring tests prior to SMRProvide expertise to address both the public health and social care needs of patients, including lifestyle advice, service information, and help in tackling local health inequalities.Manage shared care protocols and liaise with Clinical Pharmacists for more complex patients.Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing locally.Support the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings.Support the PCN to deliver on QIPP agenda, QOF and locally commissioned enhanced servicesTechnical and AdministrativeSupport the PCN multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation processes are being followed.Support prescription team by implement efficient ordering processes and reducing medication wastage.Provide training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines, including the implementation of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS).Promotion of Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD) and online orderingDevelop relationships with other pharmacy professionals and members of the multidisciplinary team to support integration across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care and mental health.Support and provide leadership for practice reception teams in streaming general prescription requests, so as to allow GPs and clinical pharmacists to review the more clinically complex requests.Support the PCN in reviewing and developing practice policies for CQC requirements.All Pharmacy Technicians must work within their competencies, and have professional indemnity for their role.The post-holder will: Develop a culture that promotes equality and values diversity.
The post-holder must be aware of and committed to the Equality and Diversity policies of the appointing GP practices and comply with all the requirements of these policies and actively promote Equality and Diversity issues relevant to the post.
Ensure the principles of openness, transparency and candor are observed and upheld in all working practices.
The post holder will have, or acquire through training provided by the organisation, the appropriate level of safeguarding and knowledge, skills and practice required for the post and be aware of and comply with the organisations safeguarding protection policies and procedures.
Ensure that any infection prevention and control issues are reported to the line manager/Infection Prevention and ControlEquality and diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.Personal/Professional development: The post-holder will participate in the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP) and any other training required by the practices as part of this employment, with such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar workQuality:The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resourcesPERSON SPECIFICATIONQualifications and ExperienceProfessional registration with GPhCBTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical sciencesEvidence of continued professional development (CPD)2-3 years post-qualification experience in any pharmacy sector.Demonstrate ability to influence and persuade partners and stakeholders of the respective merits of different options, innovations, new opportunities and challengesKnowledge and UnderstandingRelevant advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of general practice and evidence based medicineAn appreciation of the NHS agenda and government targetsAwareness of systems to support management of patients in a primary care setting, delivering pharmaceutical input and support in the context of pathways of care and the business of the organisation(s)Awareness of GP budget-management and funding systems to enable GP clinical pharmacist services to assist delivery of Federation and NHS priorities and requirements for financial balance and qualityGood clinical pharmacy knowledge including terminologyAn appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for the improvement of prescribingKnowledge and understanding of pharmacy law and ethics and current legislationSkills and CompetenciesComputer literate with an ability to use the required GP clinical systems (desirable) and Microsoft office packages (essential)Understand the aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this for the Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice pilot sitesAble to analyse and interpret prescribing dataHas attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easilyAble to effectively manage allocated resourcesHas a planned and organised approach with an ability to prioritise their own workload to meet strict deadlinesAble to think analytically; anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead; using analytical techniques to draw logical solutions to problemsExcellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to adjust communication style and content to suit the audienceExcellent verbal and written communication skillsInfluencing and negotiating skillsAn excellent understanding of data protection and confidentiality issuesAttributesWorks effectively independently and as a member of a teamFlexible approach to meet service needs and ensure a stakeholder focused responseSelf-motivated and proactiveContinued commitment to improve skills and ability in new areas of workAble to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments if requiredIndependently mobile to be able to work across several sites and travel to meet with stakeholdersAdaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and changeDemonstrate ability to work in a busy environment; ability to deal with both urgent and important tasks and to prioritise effectively whilst also supporting othersExcellent time keeping and prioritisation skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Math and English, Grades A-C or equivalent.
Professional registration with GPhC BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical sciences Evidence of continued professional development (CPD).
2-3 years post-qualification experience in any pharmacy sector Demonstrate ability to influence and persuade partners and stakeholders of the respective merits of different options, innovations, new opportunities and challenges Desirable Previous experience in Primary care and use of Emis.