PCN Clinical Pharmacist

NHS; Towcester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NHS as a PCN Clinical Pharmacist and play a vital role in optimizing patient medication management at Towcester Medical Centre. You will work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical care while leading initiatives in chronic disease management and medication optimization.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

NHS Pension Scheme

NHS discounts

Comprehensive induction and ongoing support

Flexible working arrangements within core hours

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC.
• Completed an approved 18-month training pathway.
• Clinical experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of patients.
• Act as an independent prescriber when qualified.
• Manage patients with chronic conditions.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical experience

Computer literacy

Education

Masters Degree in Pharmacy

Postgraduate Diploma & Qualification

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About the Role

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.

Job Summary

About the Role

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

Essential Requirements

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

Desirable Requirements

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

Independent prescribing qualification

About Us

What We Offer

Competitive salary package

NHS Pension Scheme

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

Details

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£42,000 to £52,000 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A1068-PCN001

Job locations

Link Way

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 6HH

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Key AccountabilitiesPatient 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
  
  

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key AccountabilitiesPatient 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

Essential

• Experience of undertaking medication or medicine use reviews.
• Experience of working with clinicians and multidisciplinary/multi-agency work.
• Experience in undertaking clinical audit.
  
  

Desirable

• At least 2 years post registration experience in a hospital, community or general practice setting.
  
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Registered with GPhC.
• Specialist knowledge through a Postgraduate Diploma & Qualification.
• Evidence of recent CPD.
  
  

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber status (not essential)
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Registered with GPhC.
• Specialist knowledge through a Postgraduate Diploma & Qualification.
• Evidence of recent CPD.
  
  

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber status (not essential)
  
  

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).

Additional information

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

Towcester Medical Centre

Address

Link Way

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 6HH

Employer's website

https://www.towcestermedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Towcester Medical Centre

Address

Link Way

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 6HH

Employer's website

https://www.towcestermedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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