The Pharmacy Technician supports safe and effective medicines management within a primary-care setting. Typical requirements include a recognised pharmacy technician qualification, registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council, relevant experience, strong knowledge of medicines and prescribing processes, and good IT and communication skills. The role may involve medication reviews, prescription queries, medicines reconciliation, monitoring repeat prescriptions, supporting audits, liaising with pharmacies and clinicians, and assisting patients with medicine-related questions. Candidates are expected to work accurately, maintain confidentiality, follow NHS and practice procedures, manage competing priorities, and contribute positively to a multidisciplinary team. Previous experience in general practice, community pharmacy, or primary care is advantageous.
Collingwood Health Group is an NHS primary-care organisation serving patients in the North East of England. The group provides general medical services through its GP practices and works with nurses, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, healthcare assistants, administrative staff, and other community and specialist services. Its work includes routine consultations, long-term-condition management, preventative care, medication support, urgent assessment, and coordination with hospitals and local healthcare providers. As a primary-care employer, the organisation is likely to value patient-centred service, safe information handling, teamwork, professional accountability, and continuous improvement. A Pharmacy Technician joining the group would support clinicians and patients by helping ensure medicines are prescribed, monitored, reconciled, and used safely. Exact practice locations, working hours, benefits, and reporting arrangements should be confirmed from the current NHS Jobs advert and the employer.
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