The closing date is 10th Sep 2025
Job summary
Are you passionate about improving cardiovascular health and making a tangible difference in people's lives? We are seeking a dedicated Lipid Practitioner to lead efforts in identifying, managing, and treating hyperlipidaemia-including Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH)-within primary care.
In this vital role, you will work closely with primary care teams and specialist lipid services to support early detection and effective management of patients at risk of or living with cardiovascular disease (CVD). Using your clinical expertise and leadership, you'll deliver seamless care, provide education and support to healthcare professionals, and contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives.
If you want to play a key part in reducing the impact of CVD across Somerset and thrive in a collaborative and innovative environment, this is your chance to make a real impact.
Main duties, tasks & skills required
As a Lipid Practitioner, you will proactively identify and manage patients at risk of or living with cardiovascular disease, focusing on hyperlipidaemia and Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH). You will search primary care databases, contact patients for intervention, provide counselling, treatment, and follow-up, referring to specialist lipid clinics when needed. You will ensure lipid management aligns with NICE guidelines and support primary care teams through education and training.
Your role includes maintaining accurate clinical records, coding consultations to meet Quality Outcomes Framework standards, and fostering strong working relationships between practices and specialist services. You will work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, promoting integrated care and effective communication.
You will also participate in audit, research, and quality improvement projects, contributing to service evaluation and development. Leadership responsibilities include planning daily tasks, responding to queries, and supporting continuous quality improvement. Finally, you'll help identify cost-saving opportunities related to medication management while upholding high standards of patient care and professional development.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
* Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
* NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
* Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
* A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
For full details about the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
Full current registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) or Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
Registered independent prescriber
Desirable
Masters degree or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
Community experience in pharmacy and or Nursing.
Experience of patient-orientated medicines systems.
Desirable
Supervisory or management experience
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 Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
For help with your application, contact:
Georgina Hallett
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£ to £ Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-Time
Reference number
184-OL-OR-3106
Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT