PCN Prescribing Pharmacist

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Pharmacist Network are a pharmacist led organisation who provide general practices nationally, with the delivery of pharmacist and pharmacy technician services. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining like-minded individuals who are passionate about patient centred care and we value a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technicians. Our senior clinical team support the training, development and workflow management of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within primary care and PCN settings.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Onsite IP Clinical Pharmacist, to work full time for Bishop's Close within County Durham, this opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacist, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, while playing a vital role in providing pharmaceutical care and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines.

Part time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP practice - preferred shift pattern is 15 hours per week, Tuesday and Friday.

The Role

As an onsite Clinical Pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.

Main duties of the job

• As a clinical pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.
• Resolve medication-related queries
• Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs
• Face to Face medication reviews
• Help to utilise skill mix
• Improve patient outcomes
• Ensure better access to healthcare
• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries
• Medicine reconciliation and review post-discharge
• Conduct medical related audits and work on service improvement with the practice
• Provide expert advice on medications to other clinicians and patients
• Deliver clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement
• Ensure appropriate and efficient use of medication
• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention
• An understanding of QOF, CQC and local incentive scheme workstream
• Create and follow clinical pharmacy programme according to practice policy

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care
• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration
• Independent prescribing qualification
• Experience with SystmOne
• Completed CPPE Primary Care pathway or proof of exemption
• Able to commute to onsite location / live within close proximity of practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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 (In line with company policy)
• Health & wellbeing programme 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 / smartcard reader
• Flexibility
• Pension scheme

The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in patient care through your expertise as a Clinical Pharmacist. If this role is suitable for you, please apply today. We look forward to receiving your application!

Person Specification

Skills and requirements

Essential

• Able to commute to onsite location
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care
• Experience with SystmOne

Qualifications

Essential

• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration
• Independent prescribing qualification
• Completed CPPE Primary Care pathway or proof of exemption

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

Bishop's Close Medical Practice

Bishops Close

Spennymoor

County Durham

DL16 6ED

Employer's website

http://www.thepharmacistnetwork.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)