We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Onsite IP Clinical Pharmacist, to work full time for Pilch Lane Practice within Knowsley PCN. This opportunity is available for a 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.
Full-time hours can be worked within core opening hours of the GP.
Main Duties of the Job
The Role
As an onsite Clinical Pharmacist, you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside your general practice team as well as pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within TPN. You will help resolve medication-related issues, help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.
About Us
The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organisation that supports general practices nationally, with the delivery of pharmacist and pharmacy technician services. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining likeminded individuals who are passionate about patient-centred care and we value a culture of positivity, transparency, and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians. Our senior clinical team supports the training, development, and workflow management of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within primary care and PCN settings.
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
* 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
Job Responsibilities
* As a clinical pharmacist, you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GPs.
* Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs
* 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
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Conduct long-term condition reviews
Person Specification
Qualifications
* A relevant degree/qualification to show you are a registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration
* 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.
Experience
* A minimum of 6 months experience of working within general practice/primary care
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.
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