Pharmacist (Primary Care) – Mountain View Health Centre
We are seeking a motivated and patient‑focused Prescribing Pharmacist to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high‑quality pharmaceutical care, supporting safe and effective prescribing, and improving patient outcomes across a range of clinical services.
The Prescribing Pharmacist will work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to assess patients, manage long‑term conditions, conduct medication reviews, and prescribe within their scope of practice. This role requires strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering patient‑centred care.
Main duties of the job
* Conduct patient consultations and clinical assessments
* Prescribe medications safely and appropriately as an Independent Prescriber
* Perform structured medication reviews and medicines optimisation
* Support management of chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and COPD
* Monitor treatment effectiveness and manage side effects or medication changes
* Provide advice and education to patients regarding medicines and treatment plans
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
* Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with professional standards
* Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
This list is not exhaustive, and all team members should be prepared to accept additional or surrender existing duties to enable the efficient running of the organisation.
About us
Our GP Practice is a friendly, patient-focused environment where teamwork, professionalism, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere for both patients and staff, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.
The team is made up of experienced GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, reception staff, administrators, pharmacists, and allied healthcare professionals who work closely together to deliver high‑quality care to the local community. Everyone is approachable and supportive, which helps create a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
The atmosphere within the practice is busy but supportive. Staff are encouraged to share ideas, develop new skills, and support one another during challenging situations. Communication across the multidisciplinary team is strong, and there is a genuine focus on staff wellbeing and maintaining a healthy work‑life balance.
Our work ethic centres around delivering safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. We value reliability, professionalism, empathy, and teamwork. Staff are encouraged to take initiative while also working collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for patients.
Job responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced and patient‑centred Prescribing Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high‑quality clinical pharmacy services, supporting safe and effective prescribing, and improving patient outcomes through medicines optimisation and evidence‑based care.
* Conduct patient consultations, clinical assessments, and medication reviews
* Prescribe medications safely and appropriately as an Independent Prescriber
* Support the management of long‑term conditions including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and cardiovascular disease
* Review and optimise patient medications to improve safety, adherence, and clinical outcomes
* Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust therapy where clinically appropriate
* Identify and reduce prescribing risks, polypharmacy issues, and medication errors
* Provide patients with advice and education regarding medicines and treatment plans
* Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date clinical records
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
* Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development
* Ensure compliance with NHS guidelines, local policies, and professional standards
* Participate in continuing professional development and mandatory training
Experience
* Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of evidence‑based practice
* Excellent communication and consultation skills
* Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively
* Commitment to patient‑centred care and continuous improvement
* Experience working within primary care, GP practice, community pharmacy, or hospital settings
* Experience managing long‑term conditions
* Knowledge of NHS clinical systems and prescribing software
* Experience in medicines optimisation and clinical audit
* Additional clinical qualifications or specialist interests
Qualifications
* Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
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.
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