Overview
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join us at Salisbury Medical Practice. We are looking for someone who is a qualified and competent Pharmacist in the UK and desirably has previous experience working within a General Practice environment. Applicants must have excellent organisational and communications skills as well as a high level of competency using computers. The successful candidate will have the ability to liaise with staff at all levels and work effectively as part of a team. A strong commitment to personal and professional development and teamwork are essential for this role. The applicant must be a qualified, registered independent non-medical prescriber (or working towards/intent of gaining independent prescribing qualification).
Desired hours can be discussed at interview, however the minimum number per week is 18.75.
About us
We are a friendly, forward thinking and supporting Medical Practice with a large clinical team consisting of GPs, Nurses, Nurse Associates, HCAs, a Paramedic, Pharmacists and a Pharmacy Technician.
What we offer
* Competitive salary
* 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
* Opportunity to join or continue in the NHS pension scheme
* On site free parking
* On site cafe including complimentary lunch selection for staff
* Staff well-being events including monthly treats for staff
* Annual away day
* Star of month awards
Details
Date posted: 01 October 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: A2320-25-0013
Job locations: Fisherton House, Fountain Way, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7FD
Job responsibilities
Key Duties
* To act as the first point of contact to provide specialist expert knowledge in the use of medicines and for all prescription queries and medication requests from staff and patients.
* To undertake clinical medication reviews with patients where medicine optimisation is required to reduce waste and promote self-care.
* To reconcile discharge summaries and medications for patients being discharged from hospital and/or moving into a care setting.
* To be responsible for the care management of patients with chronic diseases and undertake medication reviews to proactively manage patients with complex poly-pharmacy (including but limited to the elderly, care home residents, co-morbidity patients etc.).
* To implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance.
* If an independent prescriber, to prescribe, monitor and review medication that is appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with latest evidence-based practice, national and practice protocols and within the scope of qualified practice.
* To undertake CPPE training as identified.
* To ensure patient confidentiality, respect, and dignity is adhered to at all times.
* Please refer to attached Job Description for further details.
Person Specification
Knowledge
* Essential: Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the English language to communicate effectively with staff and patients
* Desirable: Clinical computer systems SystmOne (TPP), Ardens Templates, Knowledge of NICE guidelines, Knowledge of QOF, An understanding of prescribing budgets and financial information, Microsoft Windows Applications Outlook
Qualifications
* Essential: Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent), Registered with the GPhC, Qualified, Registered Independent Non-Medical Prescriber or willing to attend training
Qualities
* Essential: Independent worker / Autonomous, Can work collaboratively in a team, Ability to multitask, Flexible approach to demand, Calm and professional disposition
Experience
* Essential: 2 years+ Trained Pharmacist Experience, Experience in undertaking medication reviews
* Desirable: 3 years+ Trained Pharmacist Experience, Experience working in General Practice or Primary Care
Skills
* Essential: Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, Excellent organisational skills, Ability to prioritise workload
Other
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 DBS to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
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