Practice Pharmacy Technician (ARRS)

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Bridgewater Surgeries Practice Pharmacy Technician (ARRS) The closing date is 07 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Bridgewater PCN is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be part of a large dynamic team working in a 36,000 patient GP practice based over 4 sites Main duties of the job Reporting to the Lead Clinical Pharmacist and Senior Pharmacy Technician, you will play a key role in supporting medicines optimisation, medication safety, repeat prescribing systems and patient care within the practice multidisciplinary team. Working closely with GPs, clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nurses, Physicians Associates and administrative colleagues, you will help ensure the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines across our patient population. This is an in-person role, you will be based with your colleagues in our Pharmacy Office.The main duties of this role will involve dealing with the prescribing queries arriving from patients to support the GPs and Practice Pharmacists. The Pharmacy Technician will need to be committed to improving health and putting patients first. Key qualities are the ability to build effective relationships with patients, GPs, nurses, community pharmacists, hospital and practice staff, and to work flexibly and effectively as part of a team. Demonstrable general pharmaceutical skills and knowledge in core areas, including Long Term Conditions, together with a good understanding of general practice are essential. About us We are a forward-thinking, high-achieving, partner-led GP group practice, with patient care at the heart of everything we do. As a training practice with a long history of undergraduate and postgraduate education, we offer a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and contribute to excellent patient care. You will work alongside our Clinical Pharmacists and wider practice team to support the safe and effective use of medicines. Details Date posted 06 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A2717-26-0006 Job locations Bridgewater House 7 Printers Avenue Watford Herts WD18 7QR United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Post Title: Practice Pharmacy Technician Location: Bridgewater Surgeries Salary: Dependent on experience Working Hours: 37.5 hours PW Full time Reports to: Lead Clinical Pharmacist JOB SUMMARY To support the Clinical Pharmacists to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and efficient systems for repeat prescribing, medicines optimisation, reducing medicines waste and maximising patient outcomes. Job responsibilities To assist with repeat prescribing of ongoing medications. To undertake medicines reconciliation in accordance with practice protocols and to update patients medical records / prescribing accordingly. To support the achievement of the practices prescribing Quality and Outcomes Framework targets, under the supervision of the Lead Clinical Pharmacist and Lead GP for Medicine Management. To provide advice to GPs, staff and patients in changes to prescribing to support the improvement of prescribing safety, quality and cost effectiveness. To participate in medication audits. To assist in the appropriate monitoring and management of prescribing bud