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Job summary
Oak Street Medical Practice is seeking a motivated and organised prescription officer to join our friendly and supportive team, on a full-time basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the safe and effective management of prescriptions for our patients. Working closely with GPs, nurses, pharmacy team and administrative colleagues, you will help ensure prescription requests are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with practice policies.
Main duties of the job
- Processing repeat and acute prescription requests.
- Managing prescription enquiries from patients, carers and pharmacies.
- Supporting medication reviews and medicines optimisation initiatives.
- Processing medication changes received from hospitals and community services.
- Updating patient records and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Assisting with prescription audits and quality improvement activities.
- Supporting safe prescribing processes and patient safety initiatives.
- Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team.
This role would suit someone with previous pharmacy, healthcare, NHS or administrative experience who is passionate about delivering excellent patient service and contributing to high-quality patient care.
About us
Oak Street Medical Practice is a well-established, forward-thinking GP practice committed to delivering outstanding patient care to our local community.
Our team consists of approximately 30 dedicated staff members, including GP partners, advanced clinical practitioners, physician associate, nurses, healthcare assistants, mental health practitioners, pharmacists and administrative professionals. We work collaboratively to provide high-quality, patient-centred care and continuously improve the services we offer.
We are proud of our supportive team culture, strong training ethos and commitment to staff development. We believe that investing in our people helps us provide the best possible care for our patients.
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- NHS pension eligibility (where applicable).
- Free on-site parking.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Supportive and welcoming team environment.
- Opportunity to develop a rewarding career within primary care.
We welcome applications from individuals who are enthusiastic, committed and keen to make a positive difference within their local community.
Details
- Date posted: 17 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £24,500 to £27,000 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 29907
- Job locations: Oak Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 3DL, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- The successful candidate will be organised, reliable and patient-focused, with excellent communication and IT skills.
- You will have the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities whilst maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Experience in a pharmacy, NHS, healthcare or general practice setting would be advantageous, although full training will be provided for the right individual.
- Most importantly, you will share our commitment to providing safe, efficient and compassionate care to our patients.
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This advert is for Prescription Officer / Pharmacy Assistant with Primary Care Careers in Oak Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 3DL, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Pharmacy assistant role. The advertised salary is £24500.00 to £27000.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Aug 2026.
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