Clinical Pharmacist - Ip

The Pharmacist Network; Stretford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GPhC fees paid

Sick pay

Health & wellbeing programme

Laptop / smartcard reader

Pension scheme

5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

The Pharmacist Network are recruiting an onsite IP Clinical Pharmacist to join a partner general practice in Salford. You will manage day-to-day clinical pharmacy activities and provide pharmaceutical care to patients in a busy primary care setting.

Requirements include a minimum of 12 months in general practice, GP pharmacy registration with GPhC, independent prescribing, and experience with EMIS or System One. Commutable to Salford is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience in general practice/primary care.
• GPhC registered with independent prescribing qualification.
• IP qualification or close to completion.
• Experience with EMIS or System One.
• CPPE Primary Care pathway completed or in progress.
• Willing to commute to onsite location.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication-related advice and resolve queries as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct polypharmacy reviews and SMRs; perform face-to-face reviews.
• Support medicines optimisation and safe use of medications within the practice.
• Reconcile medications and review post-discharge where applicable.
• Carry out audits and collaborate on service improvements with the practice.
• Provide expert clinical leadership to pharmacists and technicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

GPhC Registration

IP Qualification

CPPE Primary Care Pathway

Tools

EMIS

System One

Job description

Job summary

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.

Main duties of the job

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an IP Clinical Pharmacist, to work full 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.

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

The Role:

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.

Main duties of the job

• 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

Job Requirements:

• 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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• CPPE Pathway
• GPhC Registered
• IP Qualification

Desirable

• DBS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.