Experienced General Practice Clinical Pharmacist PCN2

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  • North London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
An exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative award-winning organisation, integrating the clinical skills of a pharmacist into the general practice/PCN team. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated pharmacists committed to developing their knowledge and skills to improve patient care in general practice.GL@GP recruits, employs, trains and supports pharmacists working in General Practice to deliver high quality patient services. We currently deliver Practice/PCN Pharmacist services to a number of General Practices and PCNs across Greater London.We have a reputation for providing pharmacists who are ready to work in general practice by preparing and training them using experienced practice based pharmacists (PBPs) and GP Trainers. We work with the GP partners in the Bromley-by-Bow Health Partnership to enable a training environment for pharmacists.NB. This position is based in Barnet PCN6. The EastLondon location is our training practice.For any queries, please only contact GL@GP, NOT the practice/s.Main duties of the jobQualifications & Experience for the role:
  • Minimum of 5 years post registration experience
  • Evidence of further education in clinical pharmacy is essential e.g. NHS Pathway Training for Practice Pharmacists or a Clinical Pharmacy Diploma
  • Evidence of CPD relevant to General Practice is essential
Successful candidates will be part of a team of GL@GP PBPs and technicians who meet 2-3 times a month to train together and to learn from and support each other.*Please see the attached job description and person specification for more details.** In your application please state whether you are looking for a full-time/pt-time position, your current notice period and whether you drive.*Please note we are only able to employ people who have British citizenship/ILRAbout usGreen Light is an independent employee owned Group providing GP Practice Pharmacist, Community Pharmacy, Education & Training and Consultancy services.The GL@GP team is led by a pharmacist, Sharon Hart, who in addition to having experience in a variety of pharmacy sectors, also has experience of leadership development/training and change management. Sharon works to support individual and team development and growth. GL@GP Pharmacists have access to this support and the opportunity to develop their non-clinical skills through formal and informal mentoring and coaching.DetailsDate posted30 June 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experience bonus/profit scheme & HMRC approved co-ownershipContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference numberA3595-25-0043Job locations170 Brunswick Park RoadLondonN11 1EYJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob SummaryThe post holder is an experienced pharmacist, who acts within their professional boundaries, supported and working alongside a team of General Practice pharmacists.The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and provide clinical pharmacy support to the Senior Clinical Pharmacist to achieve the PCN/Practice priorities.The post holder will provide support to the PCN/practice staff with regards to prescription and medication queries, ensuring that the practice integrates with community and hospital pharmacy to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage workload.The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies and so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within general practice.This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary in consultation with the post holder.Primary duties and areas of responsibilityPatient facing* Clinical Medication Reviews as per the PCN DESPatient facing* care home medication reviewsPatient facing* domiciliary clinical medication reviewPatient facing* medicines supportTelephone medicines supportMedicine information to practice staff and patientsUnplanned hospital admissionsSignpostingRisk stratificationService developmentInformation managementMedicines quality improvementMedicines safetyEducation and TrainingPublic health*Due to Covid risks patient facing will largely involve managing patients remotely i.e. by phone or video link.Required skills and attributes- Ability to develop collaborative working relationships- Clinical knowledge, skills and experience- Leadership experience- Management experience- Education, training and development- Research and Evaluation Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob SummaryThe post holder is an experienced pharmacist, who acts within their professional boundaries, supported and working alongside a team of General Practice pharmacists.The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and provide clinical pharmacy support to the Senior Clinical Pharmacist to achieve the PCN/Practice priorities.The post holder will provide support to the PCN/practice staff with regards to prescription and medication queries, ensuring that the practice integrates with community and hospital pharmacy to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage workload.The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies and so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within general practice.This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary in consultation with the post holder.Primary duties and areas of responsibilityPatient facing* Clinical Medication Reviews as per the PCN DESPatient facing* care home medication reviewsPatient facing* domiciliary clinical medication reviewPatient facing* medicines supportTelephone medicines supportMedicine information to practice staff and patientsUnplanned hospital admissionsSignpostingRisk stratificationService developmentInformation managementMedicines quality improvementMedicines safetyEducation and TrainingPublic health*Due to Covid risks patient facing will largely involve managing patients remotely i.e. by phone or video link.Required skills and attributes- Ability to develop collaborative working relationships- Clinical knowledge, skills and experience- Leadership experience- Management experience- Education, training and development- Research and EvaluationPerson SpecificationExperienceEssential
  • Working as a pharmacist for 5 years or more post registration
  • Experience of working as part of multidisciplinary team and gaining the cooperation of relevant stakeholders to achieve measurable outcomes for patients
  • Prioritising and problem-solving well under pressure
Desirable
  • Understands the role of the pharmacist in General Practice.
QualificationsEssential
  • Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) (or equivalent)
  • Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
  • Clinical pharmacy diploma or equivalent training/experience
Desirable
  • Independent prescriber
  • For further information please refer to the attached Job description.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
  • Working as a pharmacist for 5 years or more post registration
  • Experience of working as part of multidisciplinary team and gaining the cooperation of relevant stakeholders to achieve measurable outcomes for patients
  • Prioritising and problem-solving well under pressure
Desirable
  • Understands the role of the pharmacist in General Practice.
QualificationsEssential
  • Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) (or equivalent)
  • Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
  • Clinical pharmacy diploma or equivalent training/experience
Desirable
  • Independent prescriber
  • For further information please refer to the attached Job description.

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