Clinical Pharmacist - Independent Prescriber in Marlborough

Location: Onsite, East Kennet, Wiltshire

Hours: 37.5

Systems: SystemOne

The Pharmacist Network are a pharmacist led organisation who provide general practices nationally, with the delivery of pharmacist and pharmacy technician services. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining like-minded individuals who are passionate about patient centred care and we value a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians. Our senior clinical team support the training, development and workflow management of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within primary care and PCN settings.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an onsite IP Clinical Pharmacist, to work full time for East Kennet. This opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacists, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, while playing a vital role in providing pharmaceutical care and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines. Full / Part time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practice.

The Role

As an onsite Clinical Pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.

Main duties of the job

• Confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GPs.
• Resolve medication-related queries.
• Conduct polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs.
• Face to face medication reviews.
• Help to utilise skill mix.
• Improve patient outcomes.
• Ensure better access to healthcare.
• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries.
• Medicine reconciliation and review post-discharge.
• Conduct medical related audits and work on service improvement with the practice.
• Provide expert advice on medications to other clinicians and patients.
• Deliver clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement.
• Ensure appropriate and efficient use of medication.
• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention.
• An understanding of QOF, CQC and local incentive scheme workstream.
• Create and follow clinical pharmacy programme according to practice policy.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care.
• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration.
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Experience with EMIS or System 1.
• Desirable to already be on CPPE Primary Care pathway or will be willing to partake; if you have extensive experience working as a Clinical Pharmacist an exemption route can be sourced.
• Able to commute to onsite location / live within close proximity of practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits for employees:

• GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid.
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required).
• Sick pay (In line with company policy).
• Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services: confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts.
• An established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available.
• Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader.
• Flexibility.
• Pension scheme.

The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.