About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, confident, patient-focused and practice based Clinical Pharmacist to become a valued member of our friendly, supportive practice team.
Ideally, you will bring previous General Practice experience with an IP qualification and a strong passion for delivering safe, high-quality, and effective care within primary care. This is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care.
As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, using your clinical expertise to optimise medicines, improve patient outcomes and promote the safe and effective use of medicines.
You will undertake structured medication reviews, support patients with long-term conditions, provide clinical advice to patients and colleagues, and contribute to medicines optimisation and quality improvement initiatives.
Although full time is preferable we can be flexible for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
Undertake structured medication reviews and medicines optimisation to improve patient outcomes safety and adherence.
Provide clinical advice to GPs, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team on prescribing and medicines-related issues.
Support the management of patients with long-term conditions, including medication review, monitoring and follow-up.
Identify and manage medication-related risks, including interactions, adverse effects, contraindications and inappropriate prescribing.
Support medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge and changes in care.
Provide patients with clear advice and counselling on their medicines, promoting adherence and shared decision-making.
Support safe, effective and cost-effective prescribing in line with NICE guidance, local formularies and practice policies.
Contribute to repeat prescribing, medicines safety, clinical audits, quality improvement and prescribing reviews.
Work collaboratively with community and hospital pharmacy teams and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with professional, legal, confidentiality and information governance requirements.
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical governance and service development.
Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development and work within GPhC standards
About us
We are a progressive, friendly GP practice serving a diverse patient population. Our team includes GPs, Practice nurses, Specialist nurses (Respiratory, diabetes and family planning) HCAs, pharmacists, paramedics and administrative staff who work collaboratively to provide safe, effective, and holistic care. We value innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, using your clinical expertise to optimise medicines, improve patient outcomes, and promote the safe and effective use of medicines. You will undertake structured medication reviews, support patients with long-term conditions, provide clinical advice to patients and colleagues, and contribute to medicines optimisation and quality improvement initiatives.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Medicines Optimisation
Undertake structured medication reviews and medicines optimisation to improve patient outcomes, medication safety and adherence. Support safe, effective and cost-effective prescribing in line with NICE guidance, local formularies and practice policies. Identify and manage medication-related risks, including drug interactions, adverse effects, contraindications and inappropriate prescribing. Contribute to prescribing reviews, clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
Patient Care
Support the management of patients with long-term conditions through medication reviews, monitoring and follow-up. Provide patients with clear advice and counselling on their medicines, encouraging adherence and shared decision-making. Undertake medication monitoring and ensure appropriate follow-up for patients receiving high-risk medicines. Support medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge, outpatient appointments and changes in care settings.
Clinical Support
Provide expert clinical advice to GPs, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team on medicines-related issues. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to patient care planning. Work collaboratively with community pharmacies, hospital pharmacy teams and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care. Support the practice in managing prescribing queries and implementing evidence-based prescribing guidance.
Governance and Quality Improvement
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and comprehensive clinical records using practice systems. Participate in clinical governance activities, significant event reviews and medicines safety initiatives. Support the development and implementation of prescribing protocols, policies and procedures. Assist with monitoring prescribing performance and identifying areas for service improvement.
Professional Responsibilities
Work within the standards and scope of practice set by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development (CPD). Comply with professional, legal, confidentiality, safeguarding and information governance requirements. Adhere to practice policies, NHS standards and relevant legislation.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a GP practice or Primary Care Network Experience of conducting structured medication reviews Knowledge of prescribing issues relating to long-term conditions Experience of medicines management and optimisation and evidence-based prescribing Experience of supporting long-term condition management Knowledge of QOF, NICE guidance, local prescribing policies, clinical governance requirements Understanding of medication safety, risk management and safeguarding responsibilities Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
2yr+ experience working in Primary Care, General Practice or a Primary Care Network (PCN) Experience of ICB initiatives and primary care pharmacy programmes Experience of clinical audits and quality improvement projects
Skills Essential
Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills To commit to patient safety and high-quality patient-centred care Ability to communicate complex information effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals Ability to prioritise workload and work independently Excellent time management, organisational and problem-solving skills Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to interpret clinical and prescribing information accurately Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in challenging situations To demonstrate high levels of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality Ability to identify opportunities to improve medicines optimisation and patient outcomes Ability to use resources effectively and support cost-effective prescribing To be flexible, cooperative and willing to support the wider practice team Competent IT skills, including clinical systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
2yr+ experience of using EMIS Web or other primary care clinical systems.
Qualifications Essential
Professional Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm or equivalent) Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Desirable
Independent Prescriber qualification or willingness to work towards obtaining the qualification Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy, primary care pharmacy or equivalent (CPPE PCPEP etc) Full Driving Licence- this role requires the candidate to be on site for their sessions.
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 Chertsey Health Centre
Address Stepgates
Chertsey
Surrey
KT16 8HZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.chertseyhealthcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)