Pharmacy Technician - Oakhill STC

Job description Job responsibilities To deliver a safe, effective, patient-centred pharmacy and medicines optimisation service,supporting the health needs of young people in a secure environment in line with Royal Pharmaceutical Society Professional Standards for Optimising Medicines in Secure Environments, NICE guidelines on medicines reconciliation and medicines safety, national standards, NHS England specifications for primary care in secure settings, and local policies.Key Responsibilities & DutiesMedicines Reconciliation & Admission ScreeningUndertake comprehensive medicines reconciliation for new receptions and transfers,ensuring accurate and timely identification of current therapy, reducing medication errors and wastageIdentify and resolve discrepancies, liaising with prescribers, community pharmacies, and external healthcare providers as neededMedicines Optimisation & Patient Support Perform medication checks to optimise therapy, reduce polypharmacy, and support adherence Support the pharmacist in delivering Medicines Use Reviews (MURs) and patient counselling to improve understanding and safe use of medication Provide clear, individualised advice on in-possession medicines, side effects, and correct useSubstance Misuse & Withdrawal Management Recognise and escalate signs of drug or alcohol withdrawal Support patients with substance misuse concerns and those at risk of self-harm or suicide, working closely with healthcare and operational staff Audit, KPI Reporting & Formulary Oversight Conduct regular audits on prescribing, reconciliation, administration, and formulary compliance Monitor use of the allocated formulary, identifying opportunities for cost-effective prescribing Provide accurate data and insights for KPI and contract performance reportsDrug Safety & Controlled Drugs Promote and monitor medicines safety, ensuring compliance with controlled drug legislation and secure custody protocols. Maintain meticulous, contemporaneous records of all pharmacy activities.Collaborative Working & Governance Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, officers, and external agencies, both verbally and in writing. Participate in clinical meetings and governance activities to drive continuous improvement in pharmacy services Take direction from the pharmacist and chief pharmacist to support service developmentProfessional Practice & Development Function autonomously within your scope of competence while serving as a role model and resource to junior staff Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practice, guidelines, and professional standards. Engage in continuous professional development to meet GPhC requirements