Job summary
Vida Healthcare are seeking an experienced Prescribing Clerk to join their busy team on a part-time basis for 16 hours per week, working afternoons only, Monday to Thursday (1pm-5pm). You will be required to work onsite and across our other sites in Dersingham, Kings Lynn and Huntstanton. Candidates must be able to cover extra hours - annual leave and sickness on short notice.
Main duties of the job
- Searching and processing repeat prescription requests and queries regarding requests for acute medications.
- Identifying specials and high quantities on prescriptions
- Seeking alternative medications for unavailable/shortages/discontinuations, etc.
- Switching medications to most cost-effective brands in line with local and national Medicines Optimisation Policies
- Monitoring and reviewing prescribing of OTC and low value medications
- Aligning quantities
- Synchronising meds
- Carry out medicines reconciliation for complex hospital discharges and patients with multiple medication changes.
- Implement response to MHRA safety alerts where appropriate.
- Identifying new dispensing patients
- Identifying medication review patients.
- Supporting with prescribing/dispensing policies/sops
- Handling high risk drug requests.
- Supporting the care homes with medication queries, ordering processes and medicines waste.
About us
Vida Healthcare is one of Norfolks largest and most successful general practices, working with colleagues in the NHS to provide the best possible patient care. Our practice has experienced impressive growth over recent years, by creating a work environment that encourages talented individuals to thrive and make a difference. We pride ourselves on impeccable standards of patient care, for us to maintain this, it is essential that we employ reliable team players with strong caring qualities, dedication, excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering a quality service.
Details
- Date posted: 12 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £12.71 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 29730
- Job locations: St. Nicholas Court, Church Lane, Dersingham, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 6GZ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working within a similar position
- Healthcare experience with knowledge of SystmOne would be an advantage
- Be aware of information governance standards and policies
- Be flexible, with a positive attitude
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate an excellent standard of patient care.
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This advert is for Prescribing Clerk with Primary Care Careers in Bury St Edmunds, East of England, England. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £12.71 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Jun 2026.
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