Prescribing Clinical Pharmacist

NHS; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Burton upon Trent is seeking an enthusiastic Clinical Pharmacist to optimize medicines use and support patient outcomes. The role involves conducting medication reviews and collaborating with GPs and healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates should be fully registered pharmacists with expertise in chronic disease management and independent prescribing. Flexible working arrangements are available, including full-time and part-time options.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Supportive multidisciplinary environment

Qualifications

• Fully registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Ability to prescribe safely within scope of competence.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured medication reviews and follow-up consultations.
• Support management of chronic diseases.
• Implement evidence-based medicines management strategies.

Skills

Clinical care

Medicines optimisation

Collaboration

Patient education

Education

MPharm degree or equivalent

Independent Prescriber qualification

CPD evidence

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Pharmacist to join our friendly and forward-thinking General Practice

As part of our multidisciplinary clinical team, you will play a key role in supporting safe, effective, and evidence-based prescribing, improving patient outcomes, and reducing the workload of GPs through expert medicines management and clinical care.

You will work directly with GPs, practice nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals to optimise medicines use across the practice population. Your work will include structured medication reviews (SMRs), chronic disease management, repeat prescription reviews, medicines reconciliation, and supporting long-term condition pathways in line with local and national priorities.

If you are an experienced pharmacist and Independent Prescriber, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical skills in a supportive, innovative environment. You will be encouraged to undertake further training CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP) and to contribute to quality improvement and service development.

Main duties of the job

Conduct and document structured medication reviews (SMRs).

Provide face-to-face and telephone consultations for medication queries and chronic disease management.

Support prescribing safety, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to local formularies and NICE guidance.

Lead or support medicines optimisation projects, audits, and prescribing initiatives.

Collaborate closely with community pharmacies, secondary care, and other local health partners.

Work within the NHS England Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) framework.

About us

Trent Meadows Medical Practice is a dedicated GP surgery committed to providing healthcare services to our community. We focus on patient‑centred care and strive to ensure that our patients receive the best possible treatment and support.

A supportive, multidisciplinary environment within a progressive GP practice / PCN.

Regular clinical supervision and professional development opportunities.

Flexible working arrangements (full-time or part‑time).

Opportunities to lead quality improvement projects and shape local pharmacy services.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical Care and Prescribing

• Conduct structured medication reviews (SMRs) and follow‑up consultations.
• Prescribe independently within competence, following local formularies and NICE guidance.
• Support management of chronic diseases (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, cardiovascular disease).
• Review repeat prescriptions for accuracy, safety, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Monitor high‑risk medications, titrate doses, and manage adverse effects.
• Implement evidence‑based medicines management and optimisation strategies.
• Undertake medicines reconciliation after hospital discharge or care transitions.
• Support antimicrobial stewardship and other prescribing initiatives.
• Identify and report medication errors or safety concerns.

2. Medicines Optimisation

• Implement evidence‑based medicines management and optimisation strategies.
• Undertake medicines reconciliation after hospital discharge or care transitions.
• Support antimicrobial stewardship and other prescribing initiatives.
• Identify and report medication errors or safety concerns.

3. Collaboration and Integration

• Work closely with GPs, practice nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Liaise with community pharmacies, hospitals, and care homes to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and PCN initiatives.

4. Education and Leadership

• Provide professional support and training for practice staff and pharmacy trainees.
• Deliver patient education sessions, including adherence support and medicine counselling.
• Contribute to audits, quality improvement projects, and service development.

5. Governance and Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate clinical records on EMIS, or equivalent systems.
• Ensure compliance with GPhC professional standards, NHS clinical governance, and data protection regulations (GDPR).
• Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and clinical supervision.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Registration
• Must be a fully registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Current, active registration without restrictions.
• Pharmacy Degree
• MPharm degree or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Completion of pre‑registration training (or equivalent).
• Independent Prescriber (IP) qualification recognised by the GPhC.
• Ability to prescribe safely within scope of competence.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Evidence of ongoing CPD, keeping up to date with clinical guidelines, prescribing, and patient care.
• Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP)
• Completion or enrolment in the CPPE PCPEP or equivalent post‑registration training in primary care pharmacy.
• Advanced Clinical or Specialist Qualifications
• Clinical diplomas, MSc in Clinical Pharmacy, or other postgraduate clinical qualifications.
• Accredited training in long‑term condition management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, respiratory disease).
• Leadership or Teaching Qualifications
• Certificates in supervision, mentorship, or healthcare education.
• Experience or training in leading quality improvement projects, audits, or service development.

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.