PCN Clinical Pharmacist

NHS; Towcester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Brackley and Towcester PCN Ltd is on the lookout for an experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join their healthcare team at Towcester Medical Centre. You will play a vital role in enhancing patient care by managing medications and collaborating with diverse healthcare professionals for optimal outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

NHS discounts via Health Service Discounts

Comprehensive induction and ongoing support

Clinical Supervision Framework with support sessions

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements within core hours

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• At least 2 years post-registration experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of patients.
• Deliver evidence-based pharmaceutical care tailored to individual patient needs.
• Act as an independent prescriber working with general practice teams.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Medication management

Education

Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent

Postgraduate Diploma & Qualification (specialist knowledge)

Job description

Brackley and Towcester PCN Ltd is seeking an experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join our dynamic healthcare team at Towcester Medical Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in primary care, working closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient medication management and outcomes.

Main duties of the job

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Must have completed an approved 18-month training pathway (such as CPPE Clinical Pharmacist pathways) that equips you to practice safely in primary care
• CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Pathway completion is mandatory (requirement under Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme)
• Clinical experience in a healthcare setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical supervision
• Computer literacy and familiarity with clinical systems
• Previous experience working in general practice or primary care
• Experience with clinical medication reviews and chronic disease management
• Knowledge of local prescribing guidelines, formularies, and antimicrobial stewardship

About us

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• NHS discounts via the Health Service Discounts
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing support including structured clinical supervision
• Clinical Supervision Framework: Monthly supervision sessions with senior clinical/advanced practice pharmacist, with additional GP clinical supervisor support
• Professional development opportunities for continuing education
• Access to professional clinical networks and peer support
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Flexible working arrangements within core hours (no weekend work)
• Access to continuing education and training

Job responsibilities

Patient Care and Clinical Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of patients with complex medication needs
• Provide patient-facing consultations using expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas
• Deliver evidence-based pharmaceutical care tailored to individual patient needs
• Assess medication-related problems and provide appropriate interventions

Prescribing and Medication Management

• Act as an independent prescriber (if qualified) working with and alongside the general practice team
• Prescribe medicines within scope of practice and competence (qualified prescribers only)
• Work collaboratively with GPs and practice team to support medication decisions
• Provide clinical recommendations for medication therapy
• Review and advise on medication regimens and therapeutic options
• Ensure prescribing practices and recommendations align with local guidelines and formularies

Chronic Disease Management

• Manage patients with chronic conditions requiring complex medication regimens
• Conduct structured clinical medication reviews, particularly for:
  • Complex polypharmacy cases
  • Older people and care home residents
  • Patients with multiple co-morbidities (frailty, COPD, asthma)
  • People with learning disabilities or autism (STOMP programme)
• Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust therapy as appropriate

Medicines Optimisation

• Lead medicines optimisation initiatives across the practice
• Provide specialist expertise in safe and effective medicines use
• Address medication-related health inequalities
• Support patients in understanding their medications and improving adherence
• Reduce medication waste through appropriate review and deprescribing

Quality Improvement and Leadership

• Lead quality improvement projects related to pharmaceutical care
• Contribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) achievements
• Support enhanced services delivery
• Implement antimicrobial stewardship programmes
• Develop and maintain clinical protocols and guidelines

Professional Collaboration and Integration

• Work effectively within multidisciplinary primary care teams
• Collaborate with community and hospital pharmacy services
• Develop professional relationships across the PCN and wider healthcare system
• Participate in shared care protocols and specialist referral pathways
• Engage in clinical research activities where appropriate

Professional Development and Supervision

• Participate in regular clinical supervision and peer support networks
• Maintain continuing professional development in line with GPhC requirements
• Contribute to training and mentoring of pharmacy colleagues
• Stay current with evidence-based practice and emerging therapies

Key Performance Indicators

• Patient satisfaction scores and feedback
• Clinical outcome measures for managed conditions
• Medication review completion rates and quality metrics
• Prescribing quality indicators and cost-effectiveness measures (if applicable to qualified prescribers)
• Medication therapy recommendations quality and acceptance rates
• QOF and enhanced services contributions
• Professional development and training completion
• Integration with practice workflow and team effectiveness

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of undertaking medication or medicine use reviews
• Experience of working with clinicians and multidisciplinary/multi-agency work
• Experience in undertaking clinical audit
• At least 2 years post-registration experience in a hospital, community, or general practice setting

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Registered with GPhC
• Postgraduate Diploma & Qualification (specialist knowledge)
• Evidence of recent CPD
• Independent Prescriber status (not essential)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a disclosure check will be required to ensure suitability.