Job summary
Join Our Team as a Clinical Pharmacist Make a Real Difference in Primary Care
About Us
We are a forward-thinking, patient-centred GP surgery committed to delivering high-quality, accessible, and compassionate healthcare to our community. Our team is made up of dedicated GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff who work collaboratively to ensure our patients receive the best possible care.
As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence, we are expanding our multidisciplinary team to include a Clinical Pharmacist a role that is becoming increasingly vital in modern primary care. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, skilled, and patient-focused pharmacist to join us and help shape the way we deliver healthcare.
Main duties of the job
- Locations:LeesMedicalPracticeontheoutskirtsofOldhamand TheJalalPracticeinCentralOldham,about10minutesapart.ThepracticesarepartofOldhamEast(Lees)andCentral(Jalal)PrimaryCareNetworks.
- Facilities:Modern,purpose-builtGPsurgerieswithapharmacyon-siteatLeesandsharedservicesincludingradiologyatTheJalalPractice.FreeparkingisavailableatLees
- PatientPopulation:Combinedlistofapproximately7,5008,000patientsacrossbothsites
- TeamStructure:TeamsincludeGPpartners,salariedGPs,ANPs,ACPs,practicenurses,healthcareassistants,clinicalpharmacists,andphysicianassociates,supportedbyanadministrativeteam
- CQCRating:BothsiteshavebeenratedGoodbytheCQC,reflectingquality,safety,andpatientcarestandards
About us
Organisation Overview
Were a people-first, innovation-driven organisation where creativity meets purpose. Our diverse team of passionate professionals thrives on collaboration, fresh ideas, and making a real impact.
Culture & Work EthicHere, the atmosphere is energetic and supportive challenges inspire us, and success is a shared celebration. We value accountability, adaptability, and balance, empowering everyone to do their best work.
Why Join UsGrow your skills, be recognised for your contributions, and work in an inclusive environment where your voice matters. Together, we dont just work we create, innovate, and achieve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
SupportPatientCare:Collaboratewithclinicalteamstosupportpatientcareanddevelopbestpractices.
MedicinesOptimization:Focusonmedicinesoptimizationforpatientswithcomplexpolypharmacy,especiallyolderpatients.
Prescribing:Takeresponsibilityforprescribingandcompletingtrainingtobecomeaprescriberforconditionsrequiringlargemedicinecomponents.
ClinicalMedicationReviews:Conductclinicalmedicationreviewstomanagepatientswithlong-termconditionsandensureeffectivemedicationuse.
PatientEducation:Promotecost-effectiveprescribingandprovidehealthpromotionandpatienteducation.
Theserolesareessentialforimprovingpatientsafetyandoutcomesinprimarycaresettings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
SupportPatientCare:Collaboratewithclinicalteamstosupportpatientcareanddevelopbestpractices.
MedicinesOptimization:Focusonmedicinesoptimizationforpatientswithcomplexpolypharmacy,especiallyolderpatients.
Prescribing:Takeresponsibilityforprescribingandcompletingtrainingtobecomeaprescriberforconditionsrequiringlargemedicinecomponents.
ClinicalMedicationReviews:Conductclinicalmedicationreviewstomanagepatientswithlong-termconditionsandensureeffectivemedicationuse.
PatientEducation:Promotecost-effectiveprescribingandprovidehealthpromotionandpatienteducation.
Theserolesareessentialforimprovingpatientsafetyandoutcomesinprimarycaresettings.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Mandatory registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Completion of an MPharm or equivalent pharmacy degree
- Independent prescribing qualification is desirable or the pharmacist should be willing to work towards it
- Membership of professional bodies like the Royal Pharmaceutical Society is desirable.
- Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway is expected for primary care competence
Desirable
- Minimum 2-3 years post-registration experience in pharmacy, with exposure to clinical, community, or hospital settings
- Experience or awareness of common acute and long-term conditions managed in general practice
- Familiarity with primary care prescribing practices, medication optimisation, polypharmacy, and patient safety protocols
- Previous involvement in clinical medication reviews, polypharmacy management, and patient consultations is advantageous
- Experience with care home or domiciliary reviews can be desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Mandatory registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Completion of an MPharm or equivalent pharmacy degree
- Independent prescribing qualification is desirable or the pharmacist should be willing to work towards it
- Membership of professional bodies like the Royal Pharmaceutical Society is desirable.
- Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway is expected for primary care competence
Desirable
- Minimum 2-3 years post-registration experience in pharmacy, with exposure to clinical, community, or hospital settings
- Experience or awareness of common acute and long-term conditions managed in general practice
- Familiarity with primary care prescribing practices, medication optimisation, polypharmacy, and patient safety protocols
- Previous involvement in clinical medication reviews, polypharmacy management, and patient consultations is advantageous
- Experience with care home or domiciliary reviews can be desirable
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).
