Prescription Clerk

Job summary

rescription Clerk 34 hours per week

Theale Medical Centre is looking to recruit a Prescription Clerk to support the safe, accurate, and timely processing of prescriptions within our GP practice.

This role focuses on managing prescription requests and associated administrative tasks, working closely with GPs, the clinical pharmacist, and the dispensary team. You will play an important role in supporting patient safety by identifying overdue medication reviews and blood tests, and by assisting with quality requirements such as DSQS and PQS.

Working hours are fixed and structured across the week, providing consistency:

• Monday: 10:00 to 17:30

• Tuesday: 09:00 to 18:00

• Wednesday: 10:00 to 18:00

• Thursday: 12:00 to 18:00

• Friday: 12:00 to 18:00

Total: 34 hours per week

The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, be confident using clinical systems such as EMIS and Docman, and be able to manage a busy workflow while working closely with the wider practice team. Training and support will be provided.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the role

• Process prescription requests accurately and in a timely manner using EMIS and Docman

• Add and manage medication requests in line with practice policies

• Identify and flag patients requiring medication reviews or overdue monitoring, including blood tests

• Liaise with GPs, the clinical pharmacist, and dispensary staff to support safe prescribing

• Respond to prescription related patient queries and escalate where appropriate

• Support prescription audits and quality requirements such as DSQS and PQS

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to efficient workflow within the practic

About us

Theale Medical Centre is a busy, patient focused NHS GP practice providing high quality primary care services to the local community. The practice is committed to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care while continuously improving patient experience and service delivery.

The practice operates with a multidisciplinary team that includes GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, clinical pharmacists, and an experienced administrative and dispensary team. We use established clinical systems and robust governance processes to support safe patient care, effective communication, and efficient workflows.

Theale Medical Centre values teamwork, learning, and development, and promotes a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to contribute to service improvement and high standards of care.