Job summary
We are looking for a fixed-term Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our team. The role would suit a practice Clinical Pharmacist with experience wanting a fixed-term role. Locums considered.
The role is to cover maternity leave, and is available for a fixed term of 9 months (or less if the staff member on maternity leave returns early). The post is funded via the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS).
Main duties of the job
This role involves providing expert Clinical Pharmacist care to patients assessing patients, prescribing and reviewing medications, providing education and support to patients. As well as this, you will be required to contribute towards national clinical targets including IIF as well as prescribing guidelines.
About us
Avonside Health Centre is a modern, spacious and purpose-built Practice caring for 10,500 patients within a forward-thinking and democratic team. Our mission statement is to provide the best possible healthcare services within the scope of our resources in a caring, confidential and courteous environment.
We pride ourselves on working in a supportive environment, having a fantastic team of colleagues and providing training for GPs and medical students. We are looking for someone to join our team who shares our values.
Details Date posted
15 August 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A3684-25-0000
Job locations
Portobello Way
Warwick
CV34 5GJ
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
* Patient Assessment and Management - Conducting patient assessments, including taking medical histories, performing physical examinations, requesting relevant investigations, developing and implementing management plans, and making necessary referrals to other members of the Practice team. Manage undifferentiated undiagnosed conditions and identify red flags and underlying serious pathology and take appropriate action
* Personalised Care use complex decision making to inform the diagnosis, investigation, complete management of episodes of care within a broad scope of practice, and actively take a personalised care approach and population centre care approach to enable shared decision making with the service user
* Medication Management - Prescribing and reviewing medications for medicine optimisation of long-term conditions and structured medication reviews.
* Medication Safety - Identifying and mitigating risks associated with medication use for patients and the practice.
* Patient Education and Support - Providing information and advice to patients on their medications, promoting adherence to treatment plans, and supporting self-management strategies.
* Multidisciplinary Teamwork - Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and other allied health professionals, to optimise patient care and ensure a seamless approach to treatment. Attending weekly MDT meetings with our partners care home to contribute and manage vulnerable patient health.
* Service Development and Improvement - Participating in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives including IIF, QoF and Prescribing Incentive scheme. Working closely with the ICB to ensure effective prescribing in line with local formulary.
* Leadership and Education - Providing leadership to the Pharmacy Technicians and wider clinical team. Maintain and develop own training and learning.
* Encompass the four pillars of clinical practice; leadership and management, education and research, with demonstration of core capabilities and area specific clinical competencies
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
* Patient Assessment and Management - Conducting patient assessments, including taking medical histories, performing physical examinations, requesting relevant investigations, developing and implementing management plans, and making necessary referrals to other members of the Practice team. Manage undifferentiated undiagnosed conditions and identify red flags and underlying serious pathology and take appropriate action
* Personalised Care use complex decision making to inform the diagnosis, investigation, complete management of episodes of care within a broad scope of practice, and actively take a personalised care approach and population centre care approach to enable shared decision making with the service user
* Medication Management - Prescribing and reviewing medications for medicine optimisation of long-term conditions and structured medication reviews.
* Medication Safety - Identifying and mitigating risks associated with medication use for patients and the practice.
* Patient Education and Support - Providing information and advice to patients on their medications, promoting adherence to treatment plans, and supporting self-management strategies.
* Multidisciplinary Teamwork - Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and other allied health professionals, to optimise patient care and ensure a seamless approach to treatment. Attending weekly MDT meetings with our partners care home to contribute and manage vulnerable patient health.
* Service Development and Improvement - Participating in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives including IIF, QoF and Prescribing Incentive scheme. Working closely with the ICB to ensure effective prescribing in line with local formulary.
* Leadership and Education - Providing leadership to the Pharmacy Technicians and wider clinical team. Maintain and develop own training and learning.
* Encompass the four pillars of clinical practice; leadership and management, education and research, with demonstration of core capabilities and area specific clinical competencies
Person Specification Key Skills Essential
* Effective leadership
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to use IT
* Efficient time management
Qualifications Essential
* Qualified Clinical Pharmacist
* Masters degree in relevant field
* Independent prescribing
* Completed an approved 18 month training pathway
Experience Essential
* Experience of direct patient care
Desirable
* Experience of working in a GP Practice
* Experience of EMIS Web (Optum)
Person Specification Key Skills Essential
* Effective leadership
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to use IT
* Efficient time management
Qualifications Essential
* Qualified Clinical Pharmacist
* Masters degree in relevant field
* Independent prescribing
* Completed an approved 18 month training pathway
Experience Essential
* Experience of direct patient care
Desirable
* Experience of working in a GP Practice
* Experience of EMIS Web (Optum)
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Avonside Health Centre
Address
Portobello Way
Warwick
CV34 5GJ
Employer's website
https://www.avonsidehealthcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Avonside Health Centre
Address
Portobello Way
Warwick
CV34 5GJ
Employer's website
https://www.avonsidehealthcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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