Hybrid Clinical Pharmacist

Montu UK; Winnersh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital health company is seeking a proactive Clinical Pharmacist (Independent Prescriber) to join their team in Winnersh. The role involves ensuring compliance with cannabis-based medicines regulations, providing patient consultations, and collaborating with medical teams for effective prescribing. Candidates should be GPhC-registered pharmacists with at least 2 years of experience in a clinical setting. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

25 days of holiday

Pension scheme with employer matching

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• GPhC-registered pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and at least 2 years’ experience.
• Experience in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of cannabis-based medicines or willingness to undergo specialised training.

Responsibilities

• Clinically check prescriptions for cannabis-based medicines.
• Ensure compliance with regulations regarding cannabis-based medicine.
• Maintain records to GPHC standards.

Skills

GPhC registration

Independent Prescriber qualification

Clinical experience

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Patient-focused approach

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a proactive and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist (Independent Prescriber) to join our dedicated team in Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing area of healthcare, where you will help improve the lives of patients with complex conditions through safe, effective, and personalised treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Clinically checking prescriptions for CBMP.
• Ensuring imported CBMP is available for patients in a timely manner.
• Ensuring all regulations are met with respect to ordering, receiving, storing and supplying CBMP.
• Maintaining the necessary records required for CBMP to GPHC standards.
• Ensure patients have the relevant information and counselling to use CBMP safely, including advice on using equipment.
• Providing advice on availability of CBMP to all prescribers to minimise disruption of supply to patients.
• Work with various stakeholders to ensure supply of CBMP is as safe as possible, including importers and CDAO.
• To maintain security of CBMP whilst working as a Responsible Pharmacist.
• Supervise the work of other pharmacy colleagues.
• Remote consultations with patients who have already been prescribed CBPM and need regular monitoring and follow up.
• Work closely with consultants and other clinicians as part of an MDT team to manage and monitor safe prescribing in line with guidelines.
• Work closely with partner pharmacies to ensure smooth dispensing and delivery of medication to patients.
• Work with Medical Director and Head of Governance to manage and develop policies relating to medicines management, prescribing audit and other relevant policies.
• Manage the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates and flagging up those needing a review.
• Undertake clinical audits of prescribing.
• Maintain patients’ electronic health records.
• Implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance.
• Work with the governance and operational teams to ensure the practices are compliant with CQC standards where medicines are involved.
• Contribute to the efficient running and profitability of the service by monitoring and auditing medicines.
• Attend work-related meetings as required.
• Maintain all mandatory training and familiarity with company policies and SOPS.
• Shift-based and flexible working may be required from time to time.

Skills, experience and qualifications

• GPhC-registered pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber (IP) qualification and at least 2 years’ experience.
• Experience in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of CBPM or willingness to undergo specialised training.
• Excellent communication and counselling skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive, patient-focused approach to care.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• 25 days of holiday (increasing to 30 days after 1 year) plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with employer matching up to 5%.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A supportive, collaborative work environment.

About Montu

Montu UK is a leading digital health company specialising in cannabis-based medicines (CBPM). We are committed to transforming lives by improving access to safe, effective treatments and offering an exceptional standard of care. Our dynamic and supportive work environment is the perfect place for you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.