Job summary
About the Role
Brackley and Towcester PCN Ltd is seeking an
experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join our dynamic healthcare team at
Towcester Medical Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real
difference in primary care, working closely with GPs, nurses, and other
healthcare professionals to optimize patient medication management and
outcomes.
Main duties of the job
Essential Requirements
Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC
Must have completed an approved 18-month training pathway (such as CPPE Clinical Pharmacist pathways) that equips you to practice safely in primary care
CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Pathway completion is mandatory (requirement under Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme)
Clinical experience in a healthcare setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical supervision
Computer literacy and familiarity with clinical systems
Desirable Requirements
Previous experience working in general practice or primary care
Experience with clinical medication reviews and chronic disease management
Knowledge of local prescribing guidelines, formularies, and antimicrobial stewardship
Independent prescribing qualification
About us
What We Offer
Competitive salary package
NHS Pension Scheme
NHS discounts via the Health Service Discounts
Comprehensive induction and ongoing support
including structured clinical supervision
Clinical Supervision Framework: Monthly
supervision sessions with senior clinical/advanced practice pharmacist, with
additional GP clinical supervisor support
Professional development opportunities for
continuing education
Access to professional clinical networks and
peer support
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Flexible working arrangements within core hours
(no weekend work)
Access to continuing education and training
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key AccountabilitiesPatient Care and Clinical Assessment
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of patients with complex medication needs
- Provide patient-facing consultations using expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas
- Deliver evidence-based pharmaceutical care tailored to individual patient needs
- Assess medication-related problems and provide appropriate interventions
Prescribing and Medication Management
- Act as an independent prescriber (if qualified) working with and alongside the general practice team
- Prescribe medicines within scope of practice and competence (qualified prescribers only)
- Work collaboratively with GPs and practice team to support medication decisions
- Provide clinical recommendations for medication therapy
- Review and advise on medication regimens and therapeutic options
- Ensure prescribing practices and recommendations align with local guidelines and formularies
Chronic Disease Management
- Manage patients with chronic conditions requiring complex medication regimens
- Conduct structured clinical medication reviews, particularly for:
- Complex polypharmacy cases
- Older people and care home residents
- Patients with multiple co-morbidities (frailty, COPD, asthma)
- People with learning disabilities or autism (STOMP programme)
- Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust therapy as appropriate
Medicines Optimisation
- Lead medicines optimisation initiatives across the practice
- Provide specialist expertise in safe and effective medicines use
- Address medication-related health inequalities
- Support patients in understanding their medications and improving adherence
- Reduce medication waste through appropriate review and deprescribing
Quality Improvement and Leadership
- Lead quality improvement projects related to pharmaceutical care
- Contribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) achievements
- Support enhanced services delivery
- Implement antimicrobial stewardship programmes
- Develop and maintain clinical protocols and guidelines
Professional Collaboration and Integration
- Work effectively within multidisciplinary primary care teams
- Collaborate with community and hospital pharmacy services
- Develop professional relationships across the PCN and wider healthcare system
- Participate in shared care protocols and specialist referral pathways
- Engage in clinical research activities where appropriate
Professional Development and Supervision
- Participate in regular clinical supervision and peer support networks
- Maintain continuing professional development in line with GPhC requirements
- Contribute to training and mentoring of pharmacy colleagues
- Stay current with evidence-based practice and emerging therapies
Key Performance Indicators
- Patient satisfaction scores and feedback
- Clinical outcome measures for managed conditions
- Medication review completion rates and quality metrics
- Prescribing quality indicators and cost-effectiveness measures (if applicable to qualified prescribers)
- Medication therapy recommendations quality and acceptance rates
- QOF and enhanced services contributions
- Professional development and training completion
- Integration with practice workflow and team effectiveness
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key AccountabilitiesPatient Care and Clinical Assessment
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of patients with complex medication needs
- Provide patient-facing consultations using expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas
- Deliver evidence-based pharmaceutical care tailored to individual patient needs
- Assess medication-related problems and provide appropriate interventions
Prescribing and Medication Management
- Act as an independent prescriber (if qualified) working with and alongside the general practice team
- Prescribe medicines within scope of practice and competence (qualified prescribers only)
- Work collaboratively with GPs and practice team to support medication decisions
- Provide clinical recommendations for medication therapy
- Review and advise on medication regimens and therapeutic options
- Ensure prescribing practices and recommendations align with local guidelines and formularies
Chronic Disease Management
- Manage patients with chronic conditions requiring complex medication regimens
- Conduct structured clinical medication reviews, particularly for:
- Complex polypharmacy cases
- Older people and care home residents
- Patients with multiple co-morbidities (frailty, COPD, asthma)
- People with learning disabilities or autism (STOMP programme)
- Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust therapy as appropriate
Medicines Optimisation
- Lead medicines optimisation initiatives across the practice
- Provide specialist expertise in safe and effective medicines use
- Address medication-related health inequalities
- Support patients in understanding their medications and improving adherence
- Reduce medication waste through appropriate review and deprescribing
Quality Improvement and Leadership
- Lead quality improvement projects related to pharmaceutical care
- Contribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) achievements
- Support enhanced services delivery
- Implement antimicrobial stewardship programmes
- Develop and maintain clinical protocols and guidelines
Professional Collaboration and Integration
- Work effectively within multidisciplinary primary care teams
- Collaborate with community and hospital pharmacy services
- Develop professional relationships across the PCN and wider healthcare system
- Participate in shared care protocols and specialist referral pathways
- Engage in clinical research activities where appropriate
Professional Development and Supervision
- Participate in regular clinical supervision and peer support networks
- Maintain continuing professional development in line with GPhC requirements
- Contribute to training and mentoring of pharmacy colleagues
- Stay current with evidence-based practice and emerging therapies
Key Performance Indicators
- Patient satisfaction scores and feedback
- Clinical outcome measures for managed conditions
- Medication review completion rates and quality metrics
- Prescribing quality indicators and cost-effectiveness measures (if applicable to qualified prescribers)
- Medication therapy recommendations quality and acceptance rates
- QOF and enhanced services contributions
- Professional development and training completion
- Integration with practice workflow and team effectiveness
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of undertaking medication or medicine use reviews.
- Experience of working with clinicians and multidisciplinary/multi-agency work.
- Experience in undertaking clinical audit.
Desirable
- At least 2 years post registration experience in a hospital, community or general practice setting.
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
- Registered with GPhC.
- Specialist knowledge through a Postgraduate Diploma & Qualification.
- Evidence of recent CPD.
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber status (not essential)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of undertaking medication or medicine use reviews.
- Experience of working with clinicians and multidisciplinary/multi-agency work.
- Experience in undertaking clinical audit.
Desirable
- At least 2 years post registration experience in a hospital, community or general practice setting.
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
- Registered with GPhC.
- Specialist knowledge through a Postgraduate Diploma & Qualification.
- Evidence of recent CPD.
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber status (not essential)
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).
Additional information
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).
