Experienced Clinical Pharmacist - Lewisham Division
Ready to makean impact? Seeking a fresh challenge? This could be the role for you!
We are lookingfor a skilled, enthusiastic, and experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join the LewishamDivision of Modality Partnership on a permanent contract. In this role, youwill be instrumental in delivering high-quality, patient-centred pharmaceuticalcare, optimising medicines safely and effectively, and driving innovation inPrimary Care.
At ModalityPartnership, our CARE values, Commitment, Accountability, Respect, andExcellence, guide everything we do. Join a team that embodies these values inevery patient interaction and across the wider organisation.
Why Join Us?
We offer asupportive, rewarding environment with benefits that help you thrive bothprofessionally and personally:
Minimum 27 days annual leave + 8 bankholidays (pro rata)
Employee discounts and benefits scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Education and career developmentpathways
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Flexible working options and wellbeinginitiatives
Main duties of the job
This is a dynamic, patient-facing Clinical Pharmacist role, focused on delivering evidence-based pharmaceutical care in Primary Care. You will use your expert knowledge of medicines to support patients with specific disease areas and long-term conditions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Clinically assessing, diagnosing, and prescribing (where qualified)
- Optimising medicines and improving prescribing safety
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes
- Supporting medication reviews and structured medicines optimisation
- Contributing to service development and innovative working practices
- Working with Divisional Boards and the National Modality Business Support Team to deliver strategic priorities
This role requires innovation, flexibility, and commitment, offering the opportunity to work resourcefully within a team to meet organisational priorities while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
About us
Our Lewisham practices are part ofModality Partnership, one of the UKs largest GP super-partnerships, servingover 500,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,800 staff. Wecontinuously innovate to improve patient care and staff experience, embracingdigital tools and automation to enhance how services are delivered.
This roleprovides a strong portfolio of clinical and leadership experience, enabling youto make sustainable improvements in Primary Care.
We are proud tobe an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to equality, diversity, andinclusion in line with the Equality Act 2010.
ApplicationProcess
If you arepassionate about delivering high-quality care, supporting patients in self-careand adherence, and contributing to service improvement, this role offers acareer-advancing opportunity where your expertise is valued.
Join a growingteam of like-minded professionals at Modality Partnership and make a realdifference every day while developing your career.
Job responsibilities
Please refer tothe supporting documents for a full job description outlining the coreresponsibilities of this role.
You will thriveif you are driven to implement solutions, improve prescribing practices, andinfluence service development while working closely with leadership teams.
Please note:Modality Partnership reserves the right to close this vacancy at any timeduring the advertising period.
Pre-employmentRequirements
Vaccinations: Mandatory vaccination evidencerequired (Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella)
Right to work: Proof of eligibility to work in the UKrequired at interview stage
References: One reference from your current or mostrecent employer is mandatory
Employment history: Any gaps of six weeks or more must bedeclared
Person Specification
Knowledge
- Strong understanding of medicines optimisation
- Excellent mathematical and scientific knowledge
- Knowledge of prescription drug legislation and regulations
- Understanding of long‑term condition management
- Awareness of clinical governance in Primary Care
- Knowledge of local and national healthcare priorities
Personal Qualities
- Commitment to Continuous Professional Development
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Professional, accountable, and proactive
- Strong team player
- Dedicated to delivering excellence in patient care
Qualifications and Experience
- Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent recognised pharmacy qualification.
- Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), with no restrictions on practice.
- Completion of Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP) qualification.
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to clinical pharmacy practice.
- Prior experience working in GP practice.
- Postgraduate clinical pharmacy qualification (e.g. Clinical Diploma or equivalent).
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong patient-facing consultation ability
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Effective team working in a multidisciplinary setting
- Competent in IT and specialist clinical systems
- Strong problem-solving and leadership capability
- Diplomacy and discretion in sensitive situations
- Experience in audit or quality improvement projects
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.
£58,133 to £66,274 a year- Band 7-8a - Salary offered is WTE
Experienced Clinical Pharmacist - Lewisham Division employer: Modality Partnership
Modality Partnership is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and innovative work culture at Haydock Medical Centre in St Helens. With extensive benefits such as 27 days of annual leave and employee discounts, we prioritise employee well-being and growth, ensuring that our team members thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on patient care.