Haringey GP Federation

Medicines Efficiency Clinical Pharmacist

The closing date is 20 August 2025

Job summary

This is a fixed term position until 31st March 2026.

The post holder will contribute to the creation and delivery of a system-wide project focused on medicines optimisation, value, and sustainability. The role will support the development, implementation, and evaluation of the medicines efficiency initiative in alignment with national and local priorities.

This includes project planning, developing clinical and operational resources, engaging key stakeholders, and monitoring performance indicators to drive improved efficiency outcomes for patients and the wider health system.

The post holder will ensure that all proposals are underpinned by robust clinical governance, balancing safety, effectiveness, and operational feasibility. Using their clinical experience and professional judgement, they will assess the appropriateness of recommendations, evaluate associated risks, and ensure that changes are safe, evidence-based, and aligned with local and national priorities.

The role also involves planning and supporting the practical implementation of initiatives at both practice and system level including the development of standardised processes, identification of enablers and barriers, and coordination of relevant communication, training, and follow-up activities to embed change into routine care.

The post holder is required to work from the HGPF head office and may be required to travel within NCL premises.

Main duties of the job

  • Deliver medicines optimisation and efficiency projects, with a focus on cost-effective prescribing, safety, and sustainability.
  • Develop and update project documents (e.g. SOPs, guidelines, and patient information leaflets where applicable).
  • Coordinate data collection, audits, and KPIs to monitor project impact and inform decision-making.
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the Integrated Care System (ICS), including primary care, community services, hospital trusts, and commissioning bodies where appropriate.
  • Contribute to risk management planning, evaluation, and mitigation strategies.
  • Champion evidence-based medicine into efficiency saving proposals considering legal and policy frameworks where applicable.
  • Present complex clinical and project data clearly to a range of stakeholders.
  • Promote and facilitate training and engagement activities to embed change into practice.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge and professional standards through continuing professional development.
  • Line manage and mentor up to 5 pharmacists and technicians and support their induction and development as well as track performance of key deliverables.

About us

We are the Haringey GP Federation, a young and growing organisation working with 34 member practices in the diverse and vibrant borough of Haringey in north London.

Our vision is to support the people of Haringey to be healthier and happier. We do this by strengthening, innovating, and advocating for strong and sustainable General Practice in Haringey.

Our friendly, collaborative team has deservedly earned a strong reputation for providing best practice Primary Care services at scale. We are proud that our teams achievements have won external recognition, including at the recent HSJ awards for demonstrating professionally diverse clinical leadership in primary care.

We welcome and encourage innovative ways of working which respond to the changing needs of the population in Haringey. We are building a sustainable workforce that is fully equipped and motivated for our work and constantly seek to expand opportunities which allow development for our staff and practices alike.

Details

Date posted

06 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£55,000 to £60,000 a year Depending on experience, pro rata (until the 31st March 2026)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

U0002-25-0038

Job locations

48 Station Road

Wood Green

London

N22 7TY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the role summary, and the full job description which can be downloaded on this page.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the role summary, and the full job description which can be downloaded on this page.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered pharmacist with GPhC
  • MPharm degree or equivalent
  • Diploma in Clinical/General Pharmacy Practice or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Independent prescribing qualification
  • Project management or quality improvement training

Experience

Essential

  • Broad primary care clinical pharmacy background
  • Experience delivering or supporting pharmacy projects
  • Leading clinical audits or quality improvement initiatives and uses findings to drive change
  • Working across multidisciplinary and organisational boundaries

Desirable

  • Experience in a commissioning role
  • Supporting policy/guideline development

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Autonomous sound clinical reasoning and decision-making in a broad range of long-term conditions
  • Communication of complex information in verbal/written forms
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Proficient in MS Office and project management tools such as highlight reports, performance dashboards, trackers etc
  • Familiar with using EMIS clinical system

Desirable

  • Understanding of medicines commissioning processes

Professional Behaviour

Essential

  • Demonstrates NHS values and commitment to equality and inclusion
  • Proactive, flexible, and self-directed with performance and development
  • Able to manage ambiguity and competing priorities
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered pharmacist with GPhC
  • MPharm degree or equivalent
  • Diploma in Clinical/General Pharmacy Practice or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Independent prescribing qualification
  • Project management or quality improvement training

Experience

Essential

  • Broad primary care clinical pharmacy background
  • Experience delivering or supporting pharmacy projects
  • Leading clinical audits or quality improvement initiatives and uses findings to drive change
  • Working across multidisciplinary and organisational boundaries

Desirable

  • Experience in a commissioning role
  • Supporting policy/guideline development

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Autonomous sound clinical reasoning and decision-making in a broad range of long-term conditions
  • Communication of complex information in verbal/written forms
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Proficient in MS Office and project management tools such as highlight reports, performance dashboards, trackers etc
  • Familiar with using EMIS clinical system

Desirable

  • Understanding of medicines commissioning processes

Professional Behaviour

Essential

  • Demonstrates NHS values and commitment to equality and inclusion
  • Proactive, flexible, and self-directed with performance and development
  • Able to manage ambiguity and competing priorities

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Haringey GP Federation

Address

48 Station Road

Wood Green

London

N22 7TY


Employer's website

https://www.haringeygpfederation.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Haringey GP Federation

Address

48 Station Road

Wood Green

London

N22 7TY


Employer's website

https://www.haringeygpfederation.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Interim Lead Clinical Pharmacist

Sabina Bradea

sabina.bradea@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

06 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£55,000 to £60,000 a year Depending on experience, pro rata (until the 31st March 2026)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

U0002-25-0038

Job locations

48 Station Road

Wood Green

London

N22 7TY


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