Job Title: Primary Care Network Clinical Pharmacist – Apply now

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Primary Care Network Clinical Pharmacist to work with East Lindsey GP Practices. This role encompasses implementing effective medication management strategies and collaborating with various healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. Responsibilities include managing prescriptions, conducting medication reviews, and providing consultations, with a focus on continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified pharmacist with a strong background in clinical practices.
• Effective communication and collaborative skills.
• Experience managing complex medication regimes beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage repeat prescriptions and conduct face-to-face medication reviews.
• Collaborate with hospital pharmacists and maintain patient medication records.
• Engage in ongoing training and participate in performance reviews.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Time Management

Education

Pharmacy Degree

Job description

Job Details

• Posting Date: 12 June 2024
• Salary: Not specified (Negotiable)
• Hours: Full time
• Closing Date: 04 July 2024
• Location: Market Rasen, LN8 3BP
• Company: NHS Jobs
• Job Type: Permanent
• Job Reference: A4457-24-0004

Summary

Primary Care Network Clinical Pharmacist

The Primary Care Network (PCN) Clinical Pharmacist will support East Lindsey GP Practices by implementing effective medicine management strategies, identifying areas for improvement, and driving change as part of the NHS England Clinical Pharmacists in General Practice pilot.

Patient Services

• Manage repeat prescriptions, synchronize medication, and review discharge and clinic letters.
• Address urgent script requests and conduct face-to-face reviews for complex medication regimes.
• Collaborate with hospital pharmacists and conduct annual medication reviews for patients with long-term conditions.
• Conduct medication reviews and de-prescribing in nursing, care, and residential homes.
• Provide consultations in clinics and as requested by doctors, both in practice and domiciliary settings.

Administration

• Provide regular support and feedback to practices on prescribing action plans.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records and update the clinical team on prescribing policies.
• Complete Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) actions and disseminate prescribing tips to the team.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with team members, patients, and carers.
• Recognize and respond to alternative communication needs.
• Report to Practice Managers, GP Partners, and the Senior Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor.

Confidentiality

• Handle patient and business information with the utmost confidentiality.
• Adhere to practice policies regarding the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & Safety

• Promote and manage health, safety, and security according to practice policies.
• Ensure compliance with infection control procedures and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Undertake regular health and safety training and manage the training of others.

Equality and Diversity

• Support the rights of patients, carers, and colleagues by respecting privacy, dignity, and beliefs.
• Behave in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner that respects individual circumstances and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

• Participate in ongoing training, including independent prescribing if not already qualified.
• Engage in annual performance reviews and take responsibility for personal and professional development.
• Demonstrate skills and activities to peers and contribute to team training.

Quality

• Maintain high standards within the practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of team performance.
• Work effectively with other agencies to meet patient needs and manage time and resources efficiently.

Contribution to Service Implementation

• Apply practice policies, standards, and guidelines to daily work.
• Engage in discussions about the impact of policies on work and participate in audits as appropriate.

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For more information or to apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and refer to job reference A4457-24-0004.

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