Pharmacy TechnicianLocation: Remote
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week (Part-time and flexible working considered)
Reporting to: Lead Clinical Pharmacist
About MedacyMedacy is a leading provider of clinical pharmacy services, dedicated to supporting GP practices and Primary Care Networks (PCNs) in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care. We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of medicines optimization, ensuring that every patient receives the best possible outcomes from their prescriptions.
The OpportunityWe are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join our growing team. You will play a vital role in bridging the gap between secondary and primary care, ensuring medication safety, and supporting our Clinical Pharmacists in high-level service delivery. This is a brilliant opportunity for a technician looking to expand their clinical reach within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities1. Clinical Medicines Management- Prescribing Systems: Manage repeat medication requests, convert acute requests to repeat cycles where appropriate, and ensure prescribing aligns with agreed clinical protocols.
- Transfer of Care: Lead the medicines reconciliation process for patients post-discharge or following transfers of care, liaising with secondary care colleagues to ensure seamless transitions.
- Safety Monitoring: Assist in the implementation of safety systems for high-risk medications, ensuring required monitoring (blood tests, etc.) is completed before prescriptions are issued.
- Alert Management: Action changes resulting from MHRA/CAS alerts, product withdrawals, and national guidance updates.
2. Quality Improvement & Data Insights- Audit & Analysis: Conduct clinical audits and analyze prescribing data to support QOF, QIPP, and locally commissioned services.
- Service Development: Work with the pharmacy team to develop more efficient, safe, and cost-effective repeat prescribing systems.
- Antimicrobial Stewardship: Support initiatives to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing across the network.
3. Patient Support & Collaborative Care- Shared Decision Making: Engage with patients to ensure they understand their medication, supporting chronic disease management and lifestyle changes.
- Query Resolution: Serve as a dedicated point of contact for patients, GP colleagues, and community pharmacy partners regarding medication queries.
- Engagement: Participate in practice meetings and Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) to promote the value of the pharmacy team.
About You- Qualified & Registered: You must be a registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC.
- Primary Care Experience: (Preferred) Experience with clinical systems (EMIS, SystmOne) and an understanding of the PCN landscape.
- Analytical Mindset: Comfortable using data to identify trends and improve patient safety.
- Communication Pro: Able to explain complex medication issues to patients and clinicians with clarity and empathy.
Our Commitment to YouProfessional Development We believe in growing our own talent. You will have access to an annual performance review and a dedicated budget/time for CPD and professional learning.
Quality & Safety Culture You will work in an environment where “Quality” is not a buzzword but a standard. We encourage a reflective practice where every team member is empowered to suggest improvements and manage their own workload effectively.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Medacy is an equal opportunity employer. we respect the privacy, dignity, and rights of our patients and our colleagues alike. We foster a non-judgmental, welcoming workplace for all.
Standard Contractual Requirements- Confidentiality: Maintenance of strict confidentiality regarding patient and business data is a condition of employment.
- Health & Safety: You will be expected to lead by example in maintaining a safe, hazard-free work environment, with a strict adherence to infection control and safeguarding protocols.
- Flexibility: While we offer stable hours, the post-holder should be prepared to attend local meetings and engage with the system as required.
Medacy is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the privacy, dignity, and rights of our patients and our colleagues alike. We foster a non-judgmental, welcoming workplace for all. 
