PCN Prescribing Pharmacist, Surrey

The Pharmacist Network; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare provider in Woking is seeking a dedicated Hybrid/Onsite Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist-IP to enhance patient care through clinical expertise and collaboration. The role involves medication management, resolving queries, and conducting patient reviews in a supportive team environment. Candidates should possess an Independent Prescribing Qualification and relevant primary care experience. This full-time position offers flexibility between onsite and remote work, along with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid

5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays

Health & wellbeing programme

Company equipment e.g. laptop

Flexibility

Qualifications

• 6-12+ months working within primary care/GP practice setting.
• To live in a commutable distance to the practice for onsite working days.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on medications to clinicians and patients.
• Conduct medication reviews and ensure better access to healthcare.
• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries.

Skills

Independent Prescribing Qualification

Experience in primary care

Communication skills

Education

CPPE Pathway or Exemption

Tools

EMIS Clinical System

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Hybrid/Onsite Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist-IP to work full time within Woking. This opportunity is available for a highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacist-IPs, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, while playing a vital role in providing pharmaceutical care and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines.

The working pattern split between onsite and remote working can be negotiated.

Full-time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practices

Main duties of the job

As a hybrid/onsite Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist-IP you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.

About us

The Pharmacist Network are a pharmacist led organisation who provide general practices nationally, with the delivery of pharmacist and pharmacy technician services. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining likeminded individuals who are passionate about patient centred care and we value a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technicians.

The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in patient care through your expertise as a Clinical Pharmacist. If this role is suitable for you, please apply today. We look forward to receiving your application!

Benefits for employees:

• GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)
• Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts
• An established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available
• Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader
• Flexibility

Job responsibilities

• As a clinical pharmacist-IP, you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.
• Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs
• Face to Face medication reviews
• Help to utilise skill mix
• Ensure better access to healthcare
• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries
• Medicine reconciliation and review post-discharge
• Conduct medical related audits and work on service improvement with the practice
• Provide expert advice on medications to other clinicians and patients
• Deliver clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement
• Ensure appropriate and efficient use of medication
• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention
• An understanding of QOF, CQC and local incentive scheme workstream
• Create and follow clinical pharmacy programme according to practice policy

Person Specification

Experience

• 6-12+ months working within primary care/GP practice setting
• Experience using EMIS Clinical System
• To live in a commutable distance to the practice for onsite working days

Qualifications

• Have Independent Prescribing Qualification
• Have a CPPE Pathway or Exemption

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.