About this role
Job summary
Salisbury Medical Practice is looking to recruit a committed, caring and highly motivated Pharmacist (Maternity Cover) to join our well-established Medical Practice
We are looking for someone who is a qualified and competent Pharmacist and desirably an independent non-medical prescriber (although this is not essential). Applicants must have excellent organisational and communications skills as well as a high level of competency using computers. The successful candidate will have the ability to liaise with staff at all levels and work effectively as part of a team. A strong commitment to personal and professional development and teamwork are essential for this role.
This is a fixed term 12-month position for between 16-20 hours per week starting in July/August 2026 (however this is flexible). Desired hours can be discussed at interview. Applicants will have to undergo an enhanced DBS check, must be registered with the GPhC and must be eligible to work in the UK.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
Main duties of the job
As a pharmacist, you will act autonomously within your professional boundaries to provide support to the GPs and the repeat prescribing team in all medicines management matters and in implementing effective medicine management within the Practice and identifying areas for improvement. The Pharmacist will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team along with fellow Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technician and will be in a patient facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas.
About us
We are a friendly, forward thinking and supporting Medical Practice with a large clinical team consisting of GPs, Nurses, Nurse Associates, HCAs, a Paramedic, Pharmacists and a Pharmacy Technician.
What we offer
Competitive salary5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)Opportunity to join or continue in the NHS pension schemeOn site free parkingStaff well-being events including monthly treats for staff
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Duties
To act as the first point of contact to provide specialist expert knowledge in the use of medicines and for all prescription queries and medication requests from staff and patients.
To undertake clinical medication reviews with patients where medicine optimisation is required to reduce waste and promote self-care.
To reconcile discharge summaries and medications for patients being discharged from hospital and/or moving into a care setting.
To be responsible for the care management of patients with chronic diseases and undertake medication reviews to proactively manage patients with complex poly-pharmacy (including but limited to the elderly, care home residents, co-morbidity patients etc.)
To implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance.
If an independent prescriber, to prescribe, monitor and review medication that is appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with latest evidence-based practice, national and practice protocols and within the scope of qualified practice.
To undertake CPPE training as identified.
To ensure patient confidentiality, respect, and dignity is adhered to at all times.
Please refer to attached Job Description for further details.
Person Specification
Knowledge Essential
Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the English language to communicate effectively with staff and patients
Desirable
Clinical computer systems SystmOne (TPP) Ardens Templates Knowledge of NICE guidelines Knowledge of QOF An understanding of prescribing budgets and financial information Microsoft Windows Applications Outlook
Qualities Essential
Independent worker / Autonomous Can work collaboratively in a team Ability to multitask Flexible approach to demand Calm and professional disposition
Experience Essential
2 years+ Trained Pharmacist Experience Experience in undertaking medication reviews
Desirable
3 years+ Trained Pharmacist Experience Experience working in General Practice or Primary Care
Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Excellent organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload
Qualifications Essential
Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent) Registered with the GPhC
Desirable
Qualified, Registered Independent Non-Medical Prescriber
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 Salisbury Medical Practice
Address Fisherton House
Fountain Way
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP2 7FD
Employer's website https://www.salisburymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)