About this role
Job summary Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist (Independent Prescriber) Location: Hybrid Dearden Practice & The Gill Medical Practice, Manchester Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (18.75 hours per practice) Contract Type: [Specify: Permanent / Fixed-term / Locum] Salary: (Salary Negotiable depending on experience) Start Date: Within 48 weeks
Main duties of the job We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Pharmacist Independent Prescriber (IP) to work in a hybrid capacity across two GP practices Dearden Practice and The Gill in Manchester.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred clinical pharmacy services, supporting both practices with medication optimisation, long-term condition management, and independent prescribing responsibilities.
About us The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organisation providing high-quality pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to general practices nationwide. We are committed to delivering patient-centred care and fostering a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. Our workforce of over 250 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is supported by an experienced senior clinical team who facilitate training, development and workflow management across primary care and PCN settings.
Job description Job responsibilities
Hybrid Clinical Pharmacist IP - Manchester
Key Responsibilities
Deliver clinical pharmacy services across both GP practices, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based prescribing. Conduct structured medication reviews (SMRs), particularly for patients with long-term conditions and polypharmacy. Act as an Independent Prescriber, managing patient caseloads within scope of competence. Support management of chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and COPD. Provide medication optimisation advice to patients and the multidisciplinary team. Manage repeat prescriptions, medication queries, and reconcile medicines following hospital discharge. Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and wider PCN teams. Use EMIS Web to document consultations, prescribing, and clinical interventions. Maintain compliance with NHS policies, governance, and safety standards. Support QOF, audits, and other quality improvement initiatives. Essential Criteria
Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Independent Prescriber (IP) qualification. Completion (or near completion) of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway. Minimum 6–12 months experience in primary care. EMIS Web trained with practical experience in GP systems. Holds a valid NHS Smart Card. Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently across multiple sites. Desirable Criteria
Experience working within a PCN environment. Experience leading clinics (e.g., hypertension, medication reviews). Familiarity with local prescribing guidelines and formularies. Working Pattern
Split role across: Dearden Practice – 18.75 hours/week The Gill Practice – 18.75 hours/week Flexible working pattern can be discussed. Combination of on-site and remote (hybrid) working as agreed.
Benefits for employees:
GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required) Sick pay (within company policy) Health & wellbeing program with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts An established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available Company equipment e.g. laptop / smart card reader Flexibility Pension scheme Application Requirements
Candidates must be:
Available to start within 4–8 weeks Eligible to work in the UK Able to provide relevant certifications and references
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Primary Care experience CPPE pathway completed DBS IP qualification
Desirable
DBS
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.
Employer details Employer name The Pharmacist Network
Address Hybrid
United Kingdom
Greater Manchester
M28 3GF
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.thepharmacistnetwork.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)