About this role
Job summary
To enhance patient care through effective medication management, ensuring safe and optimal use of medicines within the PCN.
Main duties of the job
Duties will include -
Manage repeat and acute medications Carry our structured medication reviews Provide support and education to patients on their medications, enabling them to get the most from their medications with the minimum number of side effects. Support the management of long-term conditions and can provide enhanced care for the following ( but this list is not exhaustive) Chronic kidney disease Metabolic syndrome Diabetes COPD Asthma Patients with cardiovascular risk
About us
Braintree Primary Care Network Ltd is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Pharmacist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will play a key role providing support across our three member practices and two hosted practices, serving a combined population of approximately 58,000 patients.
Working closely with GPs, nurses, and the wider primary care team, you will help deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. You will be accountable to Braintree PCN Ltd and will primarily work in house at one of our member practices.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Description Clinical Pharmacist
Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist Location: Member practices forming Braintree Primary Care Network Reports To: PCN Business Manager/Operations Manager
Purpose of Role:
To enhance patient care through effective medication management, ensuring safe and optimal use of medicines within the PCN.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough medication reviews for patients, especially those with chronic conditions or on multiple medications (polypharmacy). Provide expert advice on prescribing, including assessing the appropriateness of medications and potential interactions. Develop and implement standard operating procedures for medication management and safety. Collaborate with GPs and other healthcare professionals to create and adjust medication management plans. Participate in practice meetings to discuss medication-related issues and provide recommendations. Educate patients about their medications, emphasising adherence, side effects, and lifestyle considerations. Contribute to the development of local formularies and medication policies to align with best practices.
Qualifications:
Registered pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or experience in primary care preferred. Strong analytical and communication skills.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills Essential
- Ability to provide quality care - Good interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
- good IT skills
Qualifications Essential
Registered pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or experience in primary care preferred. Strong analytical and communication skills.
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a primary care organisation.
Desirable
Experience of working in a GP practice or PCN.
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 Braintree Primary Care Network
Address Braintree Primary Care Network
NHS Livewell Hub, Saunders House
Manor Street
Braintree
Essex
CM7 3HP
United Kingdom