Primary Care Onsite/Hybrid Clinical Pharmacist-IP Banstead

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Onsite/Hybrid Clinical Pharmacist-IP to work part-time (20-25hrs) for a practice in Banstead, Surrey. This opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacist-IP 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.

Main duties of the job

As an onsite/hybrid Clinical Pharmacist-IP, 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 improvementof access to healthcare.

About us

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 likeminded 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.

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!

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a clinical pharmacist-IP 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

Telephone general medication reviews/ Face to Face med reviews

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

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Conduct long term condition reviews

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• 6-12+ months experience working within a GP setting
• An independent prescribing qualification
• CPPE Pathway or exemption certificate
• GPhC registered

Qualifications

Essential

• 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 EMIS or System 1
• Desirable to already be on CPPE Primary Care pathway or will be willing to partake, if you have extensive experience working as a Clinical Pharmacist an exemption route can be sourced.
• Able to commute to onsite location / live within close proximity of practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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.