Remote PCN Prescribing Pharmacist

The Pharmacist Network; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking motivated Clinical Pharmacists to join their remote team in the UK. This role involves supporting general practices by resolving medication queries, conducting reviews, and improving patient outcomes. With options for full-time or part-time schedules, candidates must have relevant pharmacy qualifications and experience in primary care. The organization values a positive work culture and offers numerous benefits, including GPhC fees coverage and a health well-being program.

Benefits

GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid

5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays

Health & wellbeing programme

Company equipment e.g. laptop

Flexibility in working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience in general practice/primary care.
• Experience with EMIS or System 1 required.
• Registered clinical pharmacist with GPHC.

Responsibilities

• Support GP's and pharmacists within professional boundaries.
• Conduct polypharmacy medication reviews.
• Improve patient access to healthcare services.
• Provide expert advice on medications.

Skills

Communication skills

Medication reviews

Clinical leadership

Patient education

Education

Relevant degree in pharmacy

GPHC registration

Tools

EMIS

System 1

Job description

We currently have opportunities for Remote based Clinical Pharmacist-IPs due to company growth and expansion to work full-time and part-time for various PCNs contracts across the UK. This opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacist-IPs who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, whilst playing a vital role in providing clinical support and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines.

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

Main duties of the job

As a remote 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 improvementof 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 to 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 you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.
• Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs
• 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
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Conduct long term condition reviews

Person Specification

Experience

• A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care
• Experience with EMIS or System 1 (or both)
• Have Internet connection /WIFI at all times during working hours

Qualifications

• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration
• Have completed the CPPE Primary Care pathway (if you have extensive experience working as a Clinical Pharmacist-IP an exemption route can be sourced)

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.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,Part-time,Home or remote working