Job summary

We are part of Suffolk Primary Care, which is a group of GP practices delivering patient care across Suffolk. We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Pharmacy Technician with excellent interpersonal skills, to join our fantastic team at Howard House Surgery in Felixstowe.

The vacancy is for 3-4 days a week; however, this may be negotiable for the right candidate. Flexibility is crucial to accommodate training, holidays and occasional sickness.

Howard House Surgery supports in excess of 8500 patients from a diverse range of backgrounds. We have an established team with a strong focus on customer service and on developing staff in order to deliver excellent standards of patient care. We would love to hear from candidates with healthcare experience. IT and Office experience is essential. We are keen to hear from those that can show flexibility and a range of transferable skills.

We use SystmOne and askmyGP to facilitate effective and efficient ways of working.

You should be able to work calmly and professionally as part of a team, with the ability to multi-task. A strong command of written and spoken English with an excellent telephone manner is a must. Good time management skills and the ability to follow protocols and/or instruction and attention to detail is essential.

We offer a competitive salary along with other employee benefits, and the opportunity to join the NHS pension scheme.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician you will use SystmOne and have regular contact with patients over the phone or face to face as required, supporting the wider teams in managing medications for patients.

About us

Suffolk Primary Care (SPC) is a forward-thinking partnership of GP surgeries across Suffolk. Our collaborative approach enables doctors and staff to share resources, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality healthcare.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Benefits of Working with SPC

NHS Pension Scheme:

• Defined benefits scheme
• Life insurance
• Family benefits, including adult dependents & children's pensions
• Ill health benefits

• 23.7% employer contribution

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme:

• Low monthly payments, no deposit, no credit check
• Fully comprehensive insurance, servicing, tyres & breakdown cover
• Up to £2,000 annual SPC contribution (subject to conditions)

Flexible Working Arrangements:

GP remote working options to accommodate personal commitments

Additional Benefits:

• Eye care vouchers
• Health service discounts, including a complimentary Blue Light Card for new starters
• Minimum 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) for full-time employees, with enhancements for long service
• Enhanced maternity & paternity terms
• High street discounts via our online portal
• Salary sacrifice schemes for technology, homewares (Currys, John Lewis, Decathlon), cycling, and gym memberships

At SPC, we invest in our staffs professional growth and well-being, fostering a positive work environment that benefits both our team and the communities we serve.

Job summary

Howard House Surgery is part of Suffolk Primary Care, a group of GP practices delivering patient care across Suffolk. We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced pharmacy technician with excellent interpersonal skills, to join our fantastic team at Howard House Surgery in Felixstowe. The vacancy is for 3-4 days a week; however, this may be negotiable for the right candidate. Flexibility is crucial to accommodate training, holidays and occasional sickness.

Main duties of the job

As a pharmacy technician you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to improve the quality and safety of care offered to our patients. You will have regular contact with patients and working alongside pharmacists will help seek to reduce the workload of GP prescribers in practices.

About us

Howard House Surgery supports in excess of 8500 patients from a diverse range of backgrounds. We have an established team with a strong focus on customer service and on developing staff in order to deliver excellent standards of patient care. We would love to hear from candidates with healthcare experience. IT and Office experience is essential. We are keen to hear from those that can show flexibility and a range of transferable skills.

We use SystmOne and askmyGP to facilitate effective and efficient ways of working.

We are also part of Suffolk Primary Care (SPC) who is a forward-thinking partnership of GP surgeries across Suffolk. Our collaborative approach enables doctors and staff to share resources, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality healthcare.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.