About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and patient focused Prescribing Pharmacist to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high quality pharmaceutical care, supporting safe and effective prescribing, and improving patient outcomes across a range of clinical services.
The Prescribing Pharmacist will work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to assess patients, manage long term conditions, conduct medication reviews, and prescribe within their scope of practice. This role requires strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering patient centred care.
We are looking for 25-30 hours depending on experience.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Improve the quality and effectiveness of medicines management in the practice Prescribe medications safely and appropriately as an Independent Prescriber Perform structured medication reviews and medicines optimisation Provide patient focussed healthcare Promote medicines safety Support management of chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and COPD Provide advice and education to patients regarding medicines and treatment plans Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with professional standards Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
About us
Our GP Practice is a friendly, patient focused environment where teamwork, professionalism, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere for both patients and staff, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.
11,900 patients 5 GP Partners, 1 salaried GP, 2 Retainer GPs, 2 practice nurses, 1 ANP and 2 HCAs
Wide range of clinical services including minor surgery, coils and implants GP training practice Medical student teaching Excellent support from experienced Nursing, Reception and Admin teams
The team is made up of experienced GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, reception staff and administrators who work closely together to deliver high quality care. Everyone is approachable and supportive, which helps create a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
The atmosphere within the practice is busy but supportive. Staff are encouraged to share ideas, develop new skills, and support one another during challenging situations.
Communication across the team is strong, and there is a genuine focus on staff wellbeing and maintaining a healthy work life balance.
Our work ethic centres around delivering safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. We value reliability, professionalism, empathy, and teamwork.
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced and patient centred Prescribing Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality clinical pharmacy services, supporting safe and effective prescribing, and improving patient outcomes through medicines optimisation and evidence based care.
The Prescribing Pharmacist will work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to assess, treat, and manage patients within their scope of practice while ensuring compliance with all professional and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with NHS guidelines, local policies, and professional standards Develop and embed safe, efficient prescribing processes within the practice Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development Support safer prescribing of high risk medications e.g. anticoagulants, opioids, DMARDs Conduct medication reviews Prescribe medications safely and appropriately as an Independent Prescriber Support the management of long-term conditions including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and cardiovascular disease Review and optimise patient medications to improve safety, adherence, and clinical outcomes Design, implement, and refine protocols, SOPs, and medicines workflows Identify and reduce prescribing risks, polypharmacy issues, and medication errors Provide patients with advice and education regarding medicines and treatment plans Maintain accurate and up to date clinical records Work collaboratively Participate in continuing professional development and mandatory training
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Master's degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent recognised pharmacy qualification. Independent Prescriber qualification.
Experience Essential
Post-registration experience as a pharmacist in primary care, general practice, community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, or a related clinical setting. Experience undertaking medication reviews and medicines optimisation. Knowledge of prescribing guidelines, clinical governance, and medicines management. Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Excellent communication and patient consultation skills. Experience using electronic prescribing and clinical record systems.
Desirable
Previous experience working within a GP practice, Primary Care Cluster, or NHS primary care setting in Wales. Experience managing long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, or COPD. Experience conducting structured medication reviews. Experience supporting quality improvement, prescribing audits, and medicines safety initiatives. Familiarity with Welsh NHS systems and prescribing policies.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Birchgrove Surgery
Address Birchgrove Surgery
Caerphilly Road
Cardiff
CF14 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.birchgrovesurgery.wales.nhs.uk/homepage (Opens in a new tab)