Senior Clinical Pharmacist in Reading

We are a forward-thinking accredited learning environment with a strong commitment to developing the next generation of primary care clinicians. This is an exciting opportunity to join and help develop our expanding clinical pharmacy team. Reading Holybrook PCN is in the heart of Reading, serving over 37,000 patients at 3 practices. We are seeking an enthusiastic Clinical Pharmacist who is keen to develop their skills in primary care as part of our pharmacy team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Senior Pharmacists, GPs and pharmacy technicians while developing expertise in meds optimisation, LTC management and prescribing safety.

As an accredited learning practice with over 5 years experience in developing AHPs, we are committed to upskilling our workforce. We offer regular clinical supervision, mentorship and protected learning. You will be actively supported to develop specialist clinical interests and gain experience across a broad range of clinical areas, including: CVD, diabetes, respiratory disease, frailty and meds optimisation. If required with suitable experience, you will be supported to work towards an independent prescribing qualification.

You will be part of a culture that values innovation, continuous learning and excellence. You will have the opportunity to influence the future direction of pharmacy services in a thriving, ambitious practice, while helping to tackle health inequalities and support our patients to live healthier lives.

Main duties of the job

• Long-Term Condition Clinical Lead: Management of a designated LTC through clinical reviews; lead medicines optimisation initiatives; support QOF and quality improvement priorities; promote best practice and provide specialist advice.
• Clinical Care: Support management of LTC including hypertension, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, CVD, diabetes and CKD. Prescribe safely as an Independent Prescriber within competence. Participate in PCN/pharmacist duty days, urgent reviews and medication queries. Provide expert medicines advice to GPs and the MDT, review blood results with GP trainer support, and support seasonal minor illness, acute care and vaccination services.
• Medicines Optimisation: Conduct med reviews, including care home, palliative and frail patients. Review high-risk medicines and participate in prescribing, safety and CQC audits. Ensure prescribing complies with shared care agreements and the local formulary. Complete meds reconciliation following clinical correspondence.
• Leadership & Service Development: Strategic development of PCN pharmacy services, workforce planning and service evaluation. Contribute to clinical protocols, SOPs, research and quality improvement. Support investigation of significant events and medication incidents.
• Education & Supervision: Mentor junior colleagues, contribute to teaching, and support trainee/foundation pharmacists, including future pharmacists.

About us

Reading Holybrook Primary Care Network (PCN) is a forward-thinking collaboration of 3 GP practices serving communities across Reading and the surrounding area. Together, we work to deliver high quality, accessible primary care and improved health outcomes for a diverse and growing population. Serving more than 35,000 patients, we bring together a multidisciplinary workforce including GPs, allied health professionals, treatment room clinicians, Social Prescribers and Care Co-ordinators to provide joined-up, person-centred care.

As a PCN, we are committed to innovation, continuous improvement and collaborative working. We work closely with our member practices, community services, local authorities and voluntary sector partners to reduce health inequalities, improve patient experience and support the long-term health and wellbeing of our population.

Based in Reading, our network offers a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to develop their skills, contribute new ideas and make a meaningful difference to the communities we serve. Whether delivering frontline services or supporting operational excellence, every role within Reading Holybrook PCN plays an important part in improving patient care and shaping the future of primary care.

Person Specification

• Qualifications Essential: GPhC registered pharmacist, understanding of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety principles, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team, commitment to professional development.
• Desirable: Experience working in primary care, completion or undertaking the CPPE PCEP course, experience conducting medication reviews, postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy, experience using EMIS Web and Docman, experience undertaking clinical audits and quality improvement projects, experience supporting patients with long-term conditions, interest in developing a specialist clinical area.

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.