We are seeking an enthusiastic, clinically confident pharmacist who is able to prescribe independently and is comfortable working autonomously, running their own patient-facing clinics and contributing to high-quality, safe and effective prescribing.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities include
Running independent clinical clinics, assessing, managing and prescribing for patients within your scope of competence.
Undertaking structured medication reviews, particularly for patients with polypharmacy, frailty and complex medication needs.
Managing long-term conditions, including hypertension and cardiovascular risk.
Optimising medication, identifying opportunities for deprescribing and reducing unnecessary polypharmacy.
Managing medication-related queries, repeat prescribing issues and high-risk medication monitoring alongside our team of pharmacy technicians.
Reviewing hospital correspondence and implementing appropriate medication changes.
Working collaboratively with GPs, pharmacy technicians and the dispensary team.
Supporting prescribing audits, quality improvement and medicines optimisation initiatives.
About us
Twyford Surgery is a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice serving approximately 11,500 patients. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical pharmacist to join our friendly supportive team.
Job responsibilities
Experienced Clinical Pharmacist
About us
Twyford Surgery is a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice serving approximately 11,500 patients. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical pharmacist to join our friendly supportive team.
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, clinically confident pharmacist who is able to prescribe independently and is comfortable working autonomously, running their own patient-facing clinics and contributing to high-quality, safe and effective prescribing.
Key responsibilities include
Running independent clinical clinics, assessing, managing and prescribing for patients within your scope of competence.
Undertaking structured medication reviews, particularly for patients with polypharmacy, frailty and complex medication needs.
Managing long-term conditions, including hypertension and cardiovascular risk.
Optimising medication, identifying opportunities for deprescribing and reducing unnecessary polypharmacy.
Managing medication-related queries, repeat prescribing issues and high-risk medication monitoring alongside our team of pharmacy technicians.
Reviewing hospital correspondence and implementing appropriate medication changes.
Working collaboratively with GPs, pharmacy technicians and the dispensary team.
Supporting prescribing audits, quality improvement and medicines optimisation initiatives.
About you
GPhC-registered pharmacist with an Independent Prescribing qualification.
Experience working as an Independent Prescriber in general practice or a comparable primary care setting.
Confident in independently assessing patients, making clinical decisions and managing your own clinics.
Experience undertaking medication reviews and managing long-term conditions.
Excellent communication skills, clinical judgement and ability to work collaboratively.
Experience with EMIS Web.
Experience in prescribing audits, quality improvement and medicines optimisation.
What we offer
A friendly, supportive and collaborative practice environment.
Opportunities for clinical autonomy, professional development and service improvement.
Details
Hours: negotiableSalary: Depending on experienceLocation: Twyford Surgery, BerkshireClosing date: 30th November 2026
Person Specification
Qualifications
- GPhC-registered pharmacist with an Independent Prescribing qualification
- Experience working as an Independent Prescriber in general practice or a comparable primary care setting.
- Confident in independently assessing patients, making clinical decisions and managing your own clinics.
- Experience undertaking medication reviews and managing long‑term conditions.
- Excellent communication skills, clinical judgement and ability to work collaboratively.
- Experience with EMIS Web.
- Experience in prescribing audits, quality improvement and medicines optimisation
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.
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Clinical Pharmacist in Twyford employer: Twyford Surgery
Twyford Surgery is an attractive employer due to its commitment to high-quality patient care and a supportive work environment. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, fostering both personal and professional growth. The collaborative culture encourages staff to engage in quality improvement initiatives, enhancing their contributions to patient welfare.
