clinical pharmacist

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GPhC & DBS fees paid

5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays

Health & wellbeing programme

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

The Pharmacist Network is recruiting an IP Clinical Pharmacist for a partner practice in Salford. The post is fully or part-time, onsite, focusing on delivering pharmaceutical care and medication optimisation within general practice.

You will work with pharmacists and technicians to resolve queries, perform reviews and improve patient access to medicines. Ideal candidates will have GP/general practice experience, GPhC registration, independent prescribing, and familiarity with EMIS or SystemOne.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience working within general practice/primary care.
• GPhC registration as a Pharmacist/Clinical Pharmacist is required.
• Independent prescribing qualification is desirable and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmaceutical care and advice to patients within a general practice setting.
• Resolve medication-related queries and support clinicians.
• Conduct polypharmacy reviews (including SMRs) and face-to-face med reviews.
• Support medicines optimisation and contribute to quality improvement in practice.
• Educate patients on medications and disease prevention.
• Lead with safe, appropriate and efficient use of medicines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical pharmacy experience

Team collaboration

Education

GPhC-registered Clinical Pharmacist

Independent prescribing qualification

Tools

EMIS

SystemOne

Job description

Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in patient care through your expertise as a Clinical Pharmacist. If this role is suitable for you, The Pharmacist Network are a pharmacist led organisation who provide general practices nationally, with the delivery of pharmacist and pharmacy technician services. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining like-minded individuals who are passionate about patient centred care and we value a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technicians. Our senior clinical team support the training, development and workflow management of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within primary care and PCN settings. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an IP Clinical Pharmacist, to work full time or part-time for our partner practice within Salford, this opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacist, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, while playing a vital role in providing pharmaceutical care and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines. As an onsite Clinical Pharmacist, you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.

• As a clinical pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.
• Resolve medication-related queries
• Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs
• Face to Face medication reviews
• Help to utilise skill mix
• Improve patient outcomes
• Ensure better access to healthcare
• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries
• Medicine reconciliation and review post-discharge
• Conduct medical related audits and work on service improvement with the practice
• Provide expert advice on medications to other clinicians and patients
• Deliver clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement
• Ensure appropriate and efficient use of medication
• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention
• An understanding of QOF, CQC and local incentive scheme workstream
• Create and follow clinical pharmacy programme according to practice policy
  A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care
• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration
• Independent prescribing qualification
• Experience with EMIS or System 1
• Completed the CPPE Primary Care pathway or close to completion
• Able to commute to onsite location / live within close proximity of practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Experience with EMIS and SystemOne
• CPPE Pathway Completed
• DBS
  The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organisation providing high-quality pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to general practices nationwide. We are committed to delivering patient-centred care and fostering a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. Our workforce of over 250 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is supported by an experienced senior clinical team who facilitate training, development and workflow management across primary care and PCN settings.
• Benefits for employees:
• GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)
• Sick pay (In line with company policy)
• Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts
• An established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available
• Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader
• Flexibility
• Pension scheme