Pharmacy Technician

Job summary Pharmacy Technician GP Practice | Role Introduction We are looking to introduce a Pharmacy Technician role within the practice to support the clinical team with medicines optimisation, prescription management and medication-related queries. The Pharmacy Technician will work closely with GPs, pharmacists and other members of the practice team to help ensure patients receive safe, effective and appropriate use of medicines, while also supporting the practice with medicines-related administrative and clinical processes. Main duties of the job Supporting prescription queries and medication reviews Conducting medication reconciliation following hospital admissions and care transitions Identifying medicines-related issues and supporting appropriate action Supporting repeat prescribing processes Liaising with community pharmacies, hospitals and other healthcare professionals Helping improve medicines safety and reduce prescribing errors Supporting cost-effective prescribing and medicines optimisation Providing advice and support to patients regarding their medicines Assisting with audits, searches and medicines-related projects Supporting the practice to meet prescribing and medicines management targets About us East Leicester Medical Practice is a well-established GP practice serving approximately 12,000 patients in Leicester. We are a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking practice committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. As a training and research practice, we support the development of our staff and actively contribute to improving healthcare through education, innovation and research. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to deliver a wide range of services and ensure our patients receive safe, effective and accessible care. We are committed to continuous improvement, excellent patient experience and creating a positive, inclusive working environment for all members of our team. Details Date posted 06 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A4495-26-0004 Job locations 131 Uppingham Road Leicester LE5 4BP United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities The Pharmacy Technician will work as part of the multidisciplinary team at East Leicester Medical Practice, supporting GPs and other clinicians with medicines optimisation, prescription management and medicines safety. The postholder will support medication reconciliation, prescription queries, medication reviews, liaison with community pharmacies and other healthcare professionals, and medicines-related audits and quality improvement. The role will help ensure patients receive safe, effective and appropriate use of their medicines while supporting the wider practice team and improving clinical capacity. Job description Job responsibilities The Pharmacy Technician will work as part of the multidisciplinary team at East Leicester Medical Practice, supporting GPs and other clinicians with medicines optimisation, prescription management and medicines safety. The postholder will support medication reconciliation, prescription queries, medication reviews, liaison with community pharmacies and other healthcare professionals, and medicines-related audits and quality improvement. The role will help ensure patients receive safe, effective and appropriate use of their medicines while supporting the wider practice team and improving clinical capacity.