Job summary
We are seeking motivated Clinical Pharmacists - Independent Prescribers to join our network of GP practices across Brent. In this role, you will work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide clinical expertise in medicines management, improve patient outcomes, and enhance the overall efficiency of our practices. This is a key position that directly supports patient care and operational effectiveness.
Main duties of the job
- Conduct clinical medication reviews and support optimisation of medicines for high-risk and long-term condition patients.
- Manage repeat prescriptions & medicines reconciliation, including post-discharge follow-up.
- Deliver patient-facing consultations, triage minor ailments, and support medication adherence.
- Participate in audits, QOF, and medicines safety initiatives, implementing NICE guidelines.
- Collaborate with GPs, nurses, and community pharmacies to ensure continuity of care.
- Administer vaccinations and support public health campaigns.
- Provide education and mentorship to junior pharmacists and clinical staff.
- Ensure compliance with clinical governance and CQC standards, monitoring high-risk medicines and implementing safety alerts.
About us
K&W Healthcare is a network of 24 GP practices in Brent, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across the community. Our practices work collaboratively to provide efficient, safe, and innovative primary care services, with a strong focus on medicines optimisation and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Conduct clinical medication reviews and support optimisation of medicines for high-risk and long-term condition patients.
- Manage repeat prescriptions & medicines reconciliation, including post-discharge follow-up.
- Deliver patient-facing consultations, triage minor ailments, and support medication adherence.
- Participate in audits, QOF, and medicines safety initiatives, implementing NICE guidelines.
- Collaborate with GPs, nurses, and community pharmacies to ensure continuity of care.
- Administer vaccinations and support public health campaigns.
- Provide education and mentorship to junior pharmacists and clinical staff.
- Ensure compliance with clinical governance and CQC standards, monitoring high-risk medicines and implementing safety alerts.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- MPharm degree (or equivalent) and GPhC registration.
- Independent Prescriber qualification
- EMIS Experience
- CPPE Primary Care Pathway enrolment (or completion).
- Excellent clinical, communication, and IT skills.
Desirable
- Experience providing pharmaceutical care in community/hospital/primary care settings.
- Strong understanding of medicines optimisation and patient counselling.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
Essential
- Master's degree in Pharmacy
- Independent Prescribing
Desirable
- Experience providing pharmaceutical care in community/hospital/primary care settings.
- Strong understanding of medicines optimisation and patient counselling.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
K&W Healthcare Ltd
Address
22 Fryent Way
Kingsbury
London
NW9 9SB
United Kingdom
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