Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist - IP, Barnet

The Pharmacist Network; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organisation in Chipping Barnet is seeking a Hybrid/Onsite Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist. The role involves supporting a multidisciplinary team, conducting medication reviews, and providing expert advice to enhance patient care. Candidates should possess an Independent Prescribing Qualification and experience in primary care settings. This position offers flexible working arrangements within GP practices, making a significant impact on patient healthcare outcomes.

Benefits

GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid

5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays

Sick pay in line with company policy

Health & wellbeing programme

Established network of pharmacists

Company equipment provided

Flexibility

Qualifications

• 6-12+ months working within primary care/GP practice setting.
• Commutable distance to practice for onsite working.

Responsibilities

• Act within professional boundaries, support and work alongside a team of pharmacists.
• Polypharmacy medication reviews.
• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries.
• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention.

Skills

Independent Prescribing Qualification

Experience in primary care

Medication reviews

Using EMIS Clinical System

Education

CPPE Pathway or Exemption

Job description

Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist - IP, Barnet

We currently have two exciting opportunities for two Hybrid/Onsite Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist-IP to work full time within two GP practices within Barnet PCN. 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)
• Sick pay (In line with company policy)
• 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.