GP Practice Clinical Pharmacist

Posted 14 hours 51 minutes ago by NHS

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Worcestershire, Worcester, United Kingdom, WR1 1
Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Pharmacist (Independent Prescriber) to join our large, dynamic, and forward-thinking GP practice.

You will play a key role in delivering safe, effective, and evidence-based prescribing, working closely with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist who is passionate about patient-centred care and is looking to develop their clinical role within primary care.

Main duties of the job
  • Undertake clinical medication reviews for patients with complex needs, including those with long-term conditions and polypharmacy
  • Optimise prescribing to improve patient outcomes and reduce risk
  • Manage repeat prescribing systems and undertake medicines reconciliation, including post-discharge reviews
  • Monitor patient responses to medication and adjust treatment plans accordingly
  • Support the implementation of NICE guidance and local prescribing policies
  • Contribute to QOF, clinical audits, and medicines safety initiatives
  • Provide prescribing advice and support to GPs, nurses, and the wider practice team
  • Respond to MHRA alerts and ensure implementation of safety guidance
  • Ensure compliance with CQC standards and clinical governance requirements
  • Work collaboratively with PCN pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
About us

We are a well-established, patient-focused GP practice based in Worcester city centre. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, holistic care within a supportive and collaborative environment.

We have a strong multidisciplinary team and actively support professional development and innovation in clinical practice.

Job responsibilities

Were seeking an ambitious and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist (Independent Prescriber) to join our forward-thinking GP practice.

You'll be at the heart of patient care; leading safe, effective, and evidence-based prescribing, and working collaboratively with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver meaningful improvements in patient outcomes every day.

Person Specification Qualifications
  • - Registered Pharmacist with GPhC
Experience
  • - Experience working in primary care or general practice
  • - Strong clinical knowledge and commitment to evidence-based practice
  • - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • - Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • - Experience with EMIS
  • - Previous involvement in QOF and clinical audit
  • - Experience managing long-term conditions
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.