Prescribing Pharmacist

Athona Limited; East Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Athona Limited is seeking a pharmacist prescriber to join a specialist medicinal cannabis service on-site at Bishops Stortford. You will continue prescribing after consultant-initiated treatment, ensuring safe and compliant use of cannabis-based medicines.

Work with clinical, dispensary and compliance teams to deliver high-quality care in line with CD legislation and organisational protocols.

Qualifications

• GPhC-registered pharmacist essential.
• Controlled Drug PIN Holder required.
• Experience in regulated pharmacy or clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe and manage CBMP treatment plans post-initiation.
• Ensure compliance with Schedule 2 CD legislation and SOPs.
• Clinically review prescriptions for safety and appropriateness.
• Monitor patient outcomes and treatment efficacy.
• Escalate concerns to consultants when needed.
• Collaborate with dispensary staff to ensure medicine supply.
• Support audit, governance and regulatory processes.

Skills

GPhC-registered pharmacist

Controlled Drug PIN Holder

Experience in regulated pharmacy or a

Job description

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist prescriber to join a specialist medicinal cannabis service. This on-site role focuses on continuation prescribing following patient initiation by consultants, ensuring safe and compliant use of cannabis-based medicinal products.

You will work closely with clinical, dispensary, and compliance teams to deliver high-quality care in line with controlled drug legislation and organisational protocols.

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Position: Pharmacist - CD Pin Holder
Hours: Full-time or Part Time Considered
Setting: On-siteDSP
Location: Bishops Stortford

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Prescribe and manage ongoing CBMP treatment plans post-initiation
• Ensure full compliance with Schedule 2 CD legislation and SOPs
• Clinically review prescriptions for appropriateness and safety
• Monitor patient outcomes, side effects, and treatment efficacy
• Escalate clinical concerns to consultant team when required
• Collaborate with dispensary staff to maintain safe medicine supply
• Support audit, governance, and regulatory compliance processes

For this role, we're looking for someone who has:

• GPhC-registered pharmacist
• Controlled Drug PIN Holder
• Experience working in a regulated pharmacy or clinical environment

Experience in Medicinal Cannabis is not essential, but welcomed!

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you're happy with your new job and it continues to fulfil your career goals