GP Assistant - Pharmacy Support | Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 15 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,072 Per annum pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 August 2025 |
| Location: | Chesterfield, S40 4AA |
| Company: | Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHSFT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7209834/166-NDPCN-7209834 |
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a fixed term 12 month GP Assistants specialising in Medicines supporting our Pharmacy Team within the North Derbyshire PCN based in Chesterfield.
• 1 x 37.5 hours - fixed term 12 months
• 1 x 18.75 hours - fixed term 12 months
To provide high-quality, efficient support for medication-related tasks across the practice, including repeat prescription processing, stock management, and patient assistance. The role will reduce the administrative burden on clinical staff, enhance workflow efficiency and improve patient experience.
Processing Repeat Prescriptions: Accurately handle and process repeat prescription requests using the practice’s clinical IT system (SystmOne). Ensure prescriptions are checked and authorised by a suitable prescriber before issue.
Prescription Queries:Handle patient queries about prescription statuses or routine medication requests, ensuring timely resolution. Liaise with community pharmacies to address issues such as stock shortages or errors.
Electronic Prescribing Service (EPS): Support the efficient use of EPS by ensuring prescriptions are sent electronically to patients’ nominated pharmacies.
Patient Support: Provide advice and support to patients regarding medication usage, such as how to take medication, manage side effects or request reviews. Proactively assist vulnerable patients (e.g., those with poor medication adherence) by flagging concerns.
Administrative Support for Pharmacists: Assist clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with tasks such as:ation Across Sites: Act as a liaison to ensure consistent prescription processes across all nine sites. Work collaboratively with Admin, Nursing and clinical teams to streamline workflows.
We offer staff a range of attractive benefits:
• Health and Wellbeing Support: A wide range of support including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, financial support and other support provided by Joined Up Care Derbyshire. Read more about our Health and Wellbeing Offer.
• Wellbeing Hub: An onsite facility accessible to all CRH, DSFS and RPC – including a fully equipped gym, showers, classes, and onsite counselling.
• Learning and development: A range of courses to help you grow in your career
• Discounts: Including Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.
• NHS Fleet Solutions: A cost-effective car leasing schemeincluding easy access to electric vehicles
For more detailed information is available on the Job Description and Person Specification provided.
This advert closes on Monday 4 Aug 2025
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