PCN Prescribing Pharmacist

NHS; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join their remote team. The role involves providing expert medication advice, conducting medication reviews, and supporting patient care in a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have at least 12 months of relevant experience in general practice and be registered with GPHC. Competitive salary and benefits including annual leave, health programs, and more are offered. If interested, please apply today!

Benefits

GPhC fees and DBS applications paid

5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays

Sick pay based on company policy

Health & wellbeing program

Company equipment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience working in general practice/primary care.
• Registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration.
• Desirable to be on CPPE Primary Care pathway or willing to partake.

Responsibilities

• Support and work alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.
• Conduct polypharmacy medication reviews.
• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience with EMIS

Experience with System 1

Ability to work within professional boundaries

Education

Degree/qualification as a registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC

Job description

At The Pharmacist Network, we value our employees and are committed to supporting their professional growth and well-being. We offer a competitive salary, flexible remote working arrangements and ongoing professional development opportunities.

About Us

The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist‑led organisation providing high‑quality pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to general practices nationwide. We are committed to delivering patient‑centred care and fostering a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. Our workforce of over 250 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is supported by an experienced senior clinical team who facilitate training, development and workflow management across primary care and PCN settings.

The Role

As a remote 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. Full or part‑time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practice.

Main Duties

• 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
• 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
• Experience with EMIS or System 1
• Desirable to already be on CPPE Primary Care pathway or willing to partake; if you have extensive experience an exemption route can be sourced
• Able to commute to onsite location / live within close proximity of practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• GPhC fees and DBS applications paid
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro‑rate as and when required)
• Sick pay (in line with company policy)
• Health & wellbeing programme with free services: confidential counselling, digital gym, high‑street store discounts
• Established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available
• Company equipment e.g. laptop / smart‑card reader
• Flexibility

Qualifications & Experience

• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration
• Have completed the CPPE Primary Care pathway (or extensive experience for exemption)
• 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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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!