Part-Time Clinical Pharmacist — Medicines Optimisation Lead

Primary Care Careers; Newport Pagnell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare practice in Newport Pagnell seeks a qualified clinical pharmacist to join their multi-disciplinary team on a part-time basis. The role involves providing expertise on medication queries, supporting general practice staff, and clinical leadership on medicines optimisation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in pharmacy, relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a minimum of 27 days annual leave, NHS pension, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Minimum 27 days annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Post-qualification experience in pharmacy (hospital, primary care or community).
• Ability to assist patients in decisions about prescribed medicines and supporting adherence.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a primary care setting.
• Ensure integration with community and hospital pharmacy.

Skills

Pharmaceutical skills and knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Ability to solve problems and prioritize

Adaptability and flexibility

Education

Degree in pharmacy

Post-qualification experience in pharmacy

Qualified independent prescriber

Job description

A healthcare practice in Newport Pagnell seeks a qualified clinical pharmacist to join their multi-disciplinary team on a part-time basis. The role involves providing expertise on medication queries, supporting general practice staff, and clinical leadership on medicines optimisation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in pharmacy, relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a minimum of 27 days annual leave, NHS pension, and employee assistance programs.