At The Pharmacist Network, we value our employees and are committed to supporting their professional growth and well-being. We offer a competitive salary, flexible remote working arrangements and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Main duties of the job
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an IP Clinical Pharmacist, to work part time for our partner practice within Durham, this opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacist, 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.
Job responsibilities
As an onsite Clinical Pharmacist 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 improvement of access to healthcare.
- As a clinical pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.
- Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs
- Face to Face medication reviews
- Help to utilise skill mix
- 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
Job Requirements
- 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
- 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
Benefits for employees
- GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid
- 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)
- Sick pay (In line with company policy)
- Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts
- An established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available
- Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader
- Flexibility
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.
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.
