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Practice Medicines Management Officer

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Job summary

GP Practice in Ashington and Newbiggin

Practice Medicines Management Officer

37.5 hrs per week

£30,344 to £36,655

Salary depending on experience

The successful candidate will have excellent comprehension; organization and analytical skills, a good understanding of medical terminology and the ability to work with clinical data in a meticulous, methodical and accurate way. Good computer and communication skills are also required.

Experience of working in a similar environment would be advantageous but is not necessary as full training will be provided.

For more information . . .

visit us at www.seatonparkmedicalgroup.co.uk or email carolyn.heads@nhs.net or call 01670 842018.

Closing Date: 14.10.24

Seaton Park Medical Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Main duties of the job

To improve the medicines management services through a systematic and coordinated programme of quality improvement; assist in the optimization of prescribing and improve the experience and health outcomes for patients, wherever medicines are involved.

About us

We are a forward-thinking, innovative Practice with a friendly and inclusive philosophy. We are the largest Practice in Northumberland with c. 19,500 patients, 8 GP Partners, 6 Salaried GPs, Pharmacist, ANPs, Musculoskeletal Practitioners and a highly skilled Nursing team.

We work as part of Wansbeck Primary Care Network with 3 other practices including Bedlingtonshire, Gables and Guidepost covering c. 46,000. The Network has a variety of Additional Roles including Community Link Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, First Contact Physios, Health & Well Being Coaches and Pharmacists.

The Practice philosophy is rooted in a culture of care. The Practices aim to be a top-quality healthcare team is supported by our values: working in partnership with our patients, quality, innovation, fairness, continuous learning and a supportive team.

We are a friendly, welcoming and inclusive team who enjoy working together.

The Practices aim to be a top-quality healthcare team is supported by our values: working in partnership with our patients, quality, innovation, fairness, continuous learning and a supportive team.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£30,344 to £36,655 a year Depending on Experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

I9869-2561

Job locations

Seaton Park Medical Group

Norham Road

Ashington

Northumberland

NE63 0NG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Actively support patients to ensure effective medicines use and review

Actively managing Practice systems to improve quality, safety, waste and satisfaction.

Developing and implementing Practice Policies and Procedures with reference to prescribing and medicines management, with the GP Lead.

Working with clinicians and patients to effect change.

Providing a professional service to patients and maintaining a friendly and understanding approach, even at times of provocation and pressure.

Recognising where to seek professional direction and where administrative procedures may be applied.

Active participation, as appropriate for the role, towards achievement of PCN DES, QOF and other Enhanced Services.

Taking responsibility for daily events and being aware of daily priorities.

Using ones own initiative to suggest solutions to organisational problems.

Please see the attached Job Description in Supporting Documents for more information.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Actively support patients to ensure effective medicines use and review

Actively managing Practice systems to improve quality, safety, waste and satisfaction.

Developing and implementing Practice Policies and Procedures with reference to prescribing and medicines management, with the GP Lead.

Working with clinicians and patients to effect change.

Providing a professional service to patients and maintaining a friendly and understanding approach, even at times of provocation and pressure.

Recognising where to seek professional direction and where administrative procedures may be applied.

Active participation, as appropriate for the role, towards achievement of PCN DES, QOF and other Enhanced Services.

Taking responsibility for daily events and being aware of daily priorities.

Using ones own initiative to suggest solutions to organisational problems.

Please see the attached Job Description in Supporting Documents for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • BTEC in pharmaceutical science or NVQ Level 3 supported by appropriate underpinning knowledge e.g. BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences, NPA or equivalent qualification.
  • Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Desirable

  • Appropriate accredited technician checking qualification e.g. Regional Scheme, Buttercups or equivalent for Medicines Management for Pharmacy Technicians.

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of relevant specialist continuing professional development.
  • Demonstrable and proven organisational capability in a complex environment.
  • Working in a confidential environment.
  • Trained in the use of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of the Primary Care environment.
  • Awareness of Data Protection Act.
  • Working in a GP Practice.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • BTEC in pharmaceutical science or NVQ Level 3 supported by appropriate underpinning knowledge e.g. BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences, NPA or equivalent qualification.
  • Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Desirable

  • Appropriate accredited technician checking qualification e.g. Regional Scheme, Buttercups or equivalent for Medicines Management for Pharmacy Technicians.

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of relevant specialist continuing professional development.
  • Demonstrable and proven organisational capability in a complex environment.
  • Working in a confidential environment.
  • Trained in the use of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of the Primary Care environment.
  • Awareness of Data Protection Act.
  • Working in a GP Practice.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit

Address

Seaton Park Medical Group

Norham Road

Ashington

Northumberland

NE63 0NG


Employer's website

https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit

Address

Seaton Park Medical Group

Norham Road

Ashington

Northumberland

NE63 0NG


Employer's website

https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Carolyn Heads

carolyn.heads@nhs.net

01670842018

Details

Date posted

30 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£30,344 to £36,655 a year Depending on Experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

I9869-2561

Job locations

Seaton Park Medical Group

Norham Road

Ashington

Northumberland

NE63 0NG


Supporting documents

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