Clinical Pharmacist - IP - Salford

National Health Service; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GPhC fees paid

DBS applications paid

5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays

Sick pay

Job summary

The Pharmacist Network is hiring an onsite Clinical Pharmacist to support general practice teams across primary care. You will resolve medication-related queries, conduct reviews, and work with pharmacists and technicians to enhance patient outcomes and access to healthcare.

Requires at least 12 months in general practice, GPhC registration, and an independent prescribing qualification. CMME systems like EMIS/System One experience is preferred and CPPE Primary Care pathway near completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience in general practice/primary care.
• Registered with GPHC (GPhC registration).
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Experience with EMIS or System One.
• Completed CPPE Primary Care pathway or near completion.
• Able to commute to onsite location or live nearby.

Responsibilities

• Resolve medication-related queries as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Perform polypharmacy reviews and SMRs.
• Conduct face-to-face medication reviews with patients.
• Utilise skill mix to optimise medicines management.
• Improve patient outcomes and access to healthcare.
• Provide expert medicines advice to clinicians and patients.
• Lead medicines optimisation and quality improvement efforts.

Skills

General practice experience

EMIS/System1 familiarity

Strong communication skills

Education

GPhC registration

Independent prescribing

CPPE Primary Care pathway

Tools

EMIS

System1

Job description

Job summaryThe 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.

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.

Details

Date posted: 19 October 2026

Pay scheme: OtherSalary Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: E0145-26-0143

Job locations: Great Clowes St, Salford, Manchester, M7 1RD, United Kingdom

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

• 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

• CPPE Pathway
• GPhC Registered IP Qualification
• 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).

Employer details

Employer name: The Pharmacist Network

Address: Great Clowes St, Salford, Manchester, M7 1RD, United Kingdom