Senior Medicines Optimisation Pharmacist – Primary Care

Silverdale Medical Practice; Pendlebury; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking GP practice in Pendlebury seeks a Lead Practice Prescribing Pharmacist to shape the pharmacy service and enhance patient care. This role combines leadership with clinical responsibilities, overseeing medication reviews and optimizing prescriptions for complex patients. With a supportive environment, this position offers the opportunity to implement innovative practices while leading a talented pharmacy team. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in primary care or clinical pharmacy.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity for home working

Continuous professional development support

Qualifications

• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development.
• Significant experience in primary care or multidisciplinary clinical pharmacy roles.
• Ability to interpret and analyze prescribing data.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of pharmacy services and oversee medicines optimization.
• Provide independent prescribing for acute and long-term conditions.
• Conduct structured medication reviews for patients with complex needs.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm)

GPhC registered pharmacist

Independent Prescribing qualification

Tools

EMIS

AccuRx

Job description

A forward-thinking GP practice in Pendlebury seeks a Lead Practice Prescribing Pharmacist to shape the pharmacy service and enhance patient care. This role combines leadership with clinical responsibilities, overseeing medication reviews and optimizing prescriptions for complex patients. With a supportive environment, this position offers the opportunity to implement innovative practices while leading a talented pharmacy team. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in primary care or clinical pharmacy.