We have an exciting opportunity for a clinical pharmacist to join our friendly practice based in Oxfordshire.
You will work exclusively for Hedena Health, joining our existing team of two pharmacists. Our practice is innovative, forward-thinking, and committed to delivering excellent patient care. There are ample opportunities for professional growth, skill development, diversification of your working day, and career progression. You will receive regular supervision and ongoing support from our senior clinical pharmacist and GP line manager.
We offer a competitive salary, negotiable based on experience and skills. Benefits include six weeks of annual leave, one week of study leave, and your birthday off each year.
Wellbeing is a priority for us, promoted through initiatives such as daily coffee for clinicians, a well-stocked coffee room, an outdoor Quad, an annual Away Day, fresh fruit deliveries, staff outings, a bike-to-work scheme, homemade cakes, and a Hedena running club.
Main duties of the job
The pharmacist will work as part of the multidisciplinary team, including:
* Assisting patients with medication-related problems and queries
* Supporting general practice staff with repeat prescriptions and medication queries
* Collaborating with the prescribing team on safety and quality of prescribing
* Conducting medicines reconciliation and reviewing repeat medications for newly registered patients
* Supporting training such as independent prescribing if not already qualified
* Developing skills in areas of interest like respiratory, diabetes, or minor illness
* Carrying out structured medication reviews
* Undertaking clinical audits to enhance patient safety
* Participating in contract-related work to achieve targets for QOF, IIF, and prescribing incentives
* Assisting with chronic disease management and reviews, depending on experience and training
About us
Hedena Health serves 28,000 patients across three sites in Oxford, providing team-based primary healthcare services to ensure the best patient outcomes.
Job responsibilities
Role Outline
The pharmacist will work within multidisciplinary teams in:
* Patient-facing roles—assisting with medication problems and queries
* Staff-facing roles—supporting practice staff with prescriptions and medication queries
* Prescribing team roles—working on safety and quality of prescribing
Practice supervision
* Monthly supervision sessions with the senior clinical pharmacist
* Day-to-day supervision by the senior pharmacist or acute hub lead (if trained in minor illness)
* Additional support and training from the GP line manager
Specific Duties
The working day is 9 hours, with 30 minutes for lunch and two 15-minute coffee breaks. The schedule is from 08:30 to 13:00 and 13:30 to 17:30.
Typical day structure includes:
* Two hours for handling repeat prescriptions and routine appointments or blood test reviews
* Dedicated sessions for chronic disease reviews, urgent tasks, or acute illness (if trained)
* One session weekly for contracts work and audits
* Ad hoc meetings with the prescribing lead
Person Specification
Experience
* Proven primary care experience
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* CPPE training or equivalent, or on the pathway
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role requires a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
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