Remote Clinical Pharmacist - Independent Prescriber

The Pharmacist Network; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GPhC fees paid DBS applications

5 weeks annual leave

Sick pay

Health & wellbeing programme

Pharmacist network support

Company equipment (laptop)

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Job summary

The Pharmacist Network are seeking a Remote IP Clinical Pharmacist to support GP practices nationwide. The role focuses on safe medicines optimisation, patient care, and collaborative work with pharmacists and technicians in primary care settings.

You will review medications, resolve queries, and help improve access to effective pharmaceutical care while adhering to safety guidelines and CPPE pathway requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience in general practice/primary care.
• Registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration.
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Experience with EMIS or System 1.
• CPPE Pathway complete or proof of exemption.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and work alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
• Resolve medication-related queries and improve patient outcomes.
• Lead medicines optimisation and safety within the practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical pharmacy experience

Team collaboration

Education

GPHC registration

Independent prescribing

Tools

EMIS

System 1

Job description

Job summary: \"Please ensure if you applying for this role that you have the criteria to be considered. The criteria is a minimum of 12 months primary care experience working in a GP surgery or practice as part of a PCN. We also require that you have a DBS certificate and have completed the CPPE pathway. To be are available to start work in the next 4 - 8 weeks\"

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 like-minded 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. Our senior clinical team support the training, development and workflow management of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within primary care and PCN settings.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Remote IP Clinical Pharmacist. This opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacist, 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.

Full time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practice.

The Role

As a Clinical Pharmacist 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.

Main duties of the job

• As a clinical pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.
• Resolve medication-related queries
• Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs
• Medication reviews
• Help to utilise skill mix
• Improve patient outcomes
• 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

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care
• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration
• Independent prescribing qualification
• Experience with EMIS or System 1
• CPPE Pathway complete or proof of exemption
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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
• Pension scheme

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.

Person Specification

Essential

• GPhC Registered
• Independent Prescribing Qualification
• CPPE Pathway

Desirable

• DBS certificate

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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name:

The Pharmacist Network

Address:

Albany Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 7YB, United Kingdom

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