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a real difference to patient care across East Cornwall.
East Cornwall Primary Care Network (PCN) is looking for an
enthusiastic and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist to join our established
pharmacy team.
East Cornwall PCN comprises seven GP practices working
collaboratively to provide care for a population of approximately 71,000 patients
across East Cornwall.
This is an exciting opportunity to work across our member
practices as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting high-quality patient
care through medicines optimisation and clinical pharmacy services. While the
successful applicant will be primarily aligned to a designated practice, they
will also contribute to projects, service development and collaborative
initiatives across the wider PCN pharmacy team.
The role offers a varied workload, opportunities for
professional development and the chance to build strong working relationships
with both patients and practice teams. Whether you are already working in
primary care or looking to bring your skills and experience from community or
secondary care, we offer a supportive environment with access to training,
clinical supervision and opportunities to further develop your clinical
practice.
No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity
for a pharmacist looking for a varied and rewarding role within primary care.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will work within one of the East Cornwall Primary Care Network General Practices, as well as being co located in our new and exciting pharmacy hub, where we are currently providing primary care services to a registered practice population across a number of sites and to unregistered patients with an immediate need. The post holder will also be involved in population health management as part of a large PCN Clinical Pharmacy teams, supported by senior pharmacists, other clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
This is an exciting opportunity to provide key pharmacist expertise to GP practices within the locality. As a Clinical Pharmacist in an East Cornwall practice you will manage your own clinics to see patients for medication reviews, assist the practice team with prescribing related issues and treat patients with uncomplicated acute illness. You will help support the East PCN with core medicine optimisation activities and ensure the safe and effective use of medicines across East Cornwall. You will be encouraged to develop a clinical specialism.
The post holder will be contributing towards a one team culture throughout the organisation and promoting a patient centred ethos of Putting Patients First. The post holder will be an integral part of the practice team at the practice working as part of the multi-disciplinary team of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, whilst also spending some of your time working alongside colleagues.
About usEast Cornwall PCN is a collaborative network of seven GP practices serving a population of approximately 71,000 patients across East Cornwall.
Our pharmacy team works closely with practices to support medicines optimisation, improve patient outcomes and deliver high-quality clinical pharmacy services. We are committed to developing our workforce and creating an environment where staff feel supported, valued and able to contribute to service improvement.
Working across multiple practices provides a unique opportunity to develop a broad range of clinical and professional skills while being part of a supportive and collaborative team.
Why Join
East Cornwall PCN?Be part of an established and respected pharmacy team.
Primarily work with a designated practice, enabling you to build meaningful relationships and become an integral member of the local practice team.
Collaborate with colleagues across seven GP practices, gaining broad primary care experience.
Contribute to PCN-wide projects, service development and quality improvement initiatives.
Benefit from flexible, hybrid working arrangements.
Work closely with a range of healthcare professionals across primary care.
Access learning and development opportunities.
Develop specialist clinical interests and broaden your experience.
Contribute to innovations and improvements that support better patient care.
Enjoy living and working in Cornwall.
DetailsDate posted26 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
Depending on experience
Competitive, dependent on experience
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time,
Part-time
Job description
Experience
EssentialKnowledge of the wider NHS Extensive knowledge and expertise across a number of clinical areas including common chronic disease managementNHS experience in Primary Care, Hospital or Community Pharmacy Delivery of Medicines Management Standards and PoliciesExperience of working with primary health care teamsExperience of working on projects where post holder uses own initiative and manages own timeDesirableAssessment, diagnosis and treatment of common minor and non-complex acute illnessExperience of providing advice to GPsExperience in analysing PACT dataExperience in clinical auditExperience of multidisciplinary working
Work Related Circumstances
EssentialFlexibility required with regard to working hoursPost holder will be required to travel between practices and needs a full driving licence and access to a carTo use VDU equipment for a significant proportion of the day on most days: High degrees of concentration required.
Qualifications
EssentialVocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy, or equivalent comprehensive experience.
Completion of pre-registration trainingRegistration with the General Pharmaceutical Council ( GPhC)Evidence of commitment to Continuing Professional DevelopmentDesirableRegistration with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (MRPharmS)Post-graduate Diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalentAuthorisation for Independent prescribing (IP)Completion of, or working towards, the Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP).
Skills and Abilities
EssentialExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsPersuasive negotiating and influencing abilitiesAble to instigate and manage changeWell organised and able to organise othersAble to co-ordinate and plan activities with othersAble to motivate othersAble to prioritise and meet set targetsComputer literateAdvanced level of clinical reasoningMaintains high standard of practiceAble to work under pressureAble to work as part of a team or as an individualDesirableAble to undertake vaccination administration, e.g. influenza, pneumococcal vaccines. Experience of patient physical assessment, e.g. blood pressure measurement, blood glucose testing, urine testing, pulse oximetry, temperature measurement.
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialKnowledge of the wider NHS Extensive knowledge and expertise across a number of clinical areas including common chronic disease managementNHS experience in Primary Care, Hospital or Community Pharmacy Delivery of Medicines Management Standards and PoliciesExperience of working with primary health care teamsExperience of working on projects where post holder uses own initiative and manages own timeDesirableAssessment, diagnosis and treatment of common minor and non-complex acute illnessExperience of providing advice to GPsExperience in analysing PACT dataExperience in clinical auditExperience of multidisciplinary working
Work Related Circumstances
EssentialFlexibility required with regard to working hoursPost holder will be required to travel between practices and needs a full driving licence and access to a carTo use VDU equipment for a significant proportion of the day on most days: High degrees of concentration required.
Qualifications
EssentialVocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy, or equivalent comprehensive experience.
Completion of pre-registration trainingRegistration with the General Pharmaceutical Council ( GPhC)Evidence of commitment to Continuing Professional DevelopmentDesirableRegistration with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (MRPharmS)Post-graduate Diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalentAuthorisation for Independent prescribing (IP)Completion of, or working towards, the Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP).
Skills and Abilities
EssentialExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsPersuasive negotiating and influencing abilitiesAble to instigate and manage changeWell organised and able to organise othersAble to co-ordinate and plan activities with othersAble to motivate othersAble to prioritise and meet set targetsComputer literateAdvanced level of clinical reasoningMaintains high standard of practiceAble to work under pressureAble to work as part of a team or as an individualDesirableAble to undertake vaccination administration, e.g. influenza, pneumococcal vaccines. Experience of patient physical assessment, e.g. blood pressure measurement, blood glucose testing, urine testing, pulse oximetry, temperature measurement.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. xgikmsk For further information please see
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