Job summary The successful applicant will complement our Clinical Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technicians and should demonstrate significant experience in delivering a range of patient facing services in general practice; be highly motivated and enthusiastic to support their primary healthcare team colleagues. Clinical Supervision and Continuing Professional Development are actively encouraged and the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to and participate regularly within our PCN and its member practices. Main duties of the job The post holder will provide expert clinical pharmaceutical advice on issues relating to medicines optimisation and use within primary care to all members of the practice teams (e.g. GPs, practice nurses, administration staff) and across the PCN neighbourhood footprint. The post holder manages the high quality, safe, cost-effective and evidence-based use of medication within the PCN neighbourhood footprint, including audit, training and education. Establishing and maintaining good working relationships within the multidisciplinary team is key to this role. Hours 37.5 hours per week Pay - dependent on qualifications and experience. Annual Leave 27 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata) Competitive NHS Pension Scheme Excellent opportunities for development About us Aelfgar, Brereton and Hazeldene House Surgeries are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join the expanding healthcare team within our PCN. The postholder would be expected to work across the three GP Practices; Aelfgar and Brereton Surgeries in Rugeley and Hazeldene House Surgery in Great Haywood. This post provides an exciting opportunity for dynamic and dedicated individuals to work within the primary care setting; as set out in the launch of the new Five Year GP contract by NHS England; which emphasises the importance of Pharmacy related activity in Primary Care. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number A2417-25-0000 Job locations Church Street Rugeley Staffordshire WS15 2AB Main Road Great Haywood Stafford ST18 0SU 88 Main Road Brereton Rugeley Staffordshire WS15 1DU Job description Job responsibilities The post holder provides expert clinical pharmaceutical advice on issues relating to medicines optimisation and use within primary care to all members of the practice teams (e.g. GPs, practice nurses, administration staff) and across the PCN neighbourhood footprint. The post holder manages the high quality, safe, cost-effective and evidence-based use of medication within the PCN neighbourhood footprint, including audit, training and education. Establishing and maintaining good working relationships within the multidisciplinary team is key to this role. As a member of the practice team/PCN neighbourhood footprint the postholder will be aware of the needs of patients and carers and will work within the appropriate level of competence. The work is of a highly confidential nature and no information, either medical or personal, should be disclosed outside of practice personnel. To work without supervision and use initiative in execution of duties. Please see full job description in supporting documents Job description Job responsibilities The post holder provides expert clinical pharmaceutical advice on issues relating to medicines optimisation and use within primary care to all members of the practice teams (e.g. GPs, practice nurses, administration staff) and across the PCN neighbourhood footprint. The post holder manages the high quality, safe, cost-effective and evidence-based use of medication within the PCN neighbourhood footprint, including audit, training and education. Establishing and maintaining good working relationships within the multidisciplinary team is key to this role. As a member of the practice team/PCN neighbourhood footprint the postholder will be aware of the needs of patients and carers and will work within the appropriate level of competence. The work is of a highly confidential nature and no information, either medical or personal, should be disclosed outside of practice personnel. To work without supervision and use initiative in execution of duties. Please see full job description in supporting documents Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of influencing others Experience of change management and putting ideas into practice Experience of contributing to the improvement and / or quality of service as part of a multi-disciplinary team Demonstrable commitment to CPD Effective time management skills Experience of working as a clinical pharmacist in either primary or secondary care Experience of analysing prescribing data and completing clinical audit Desirable Experience of developing and implementing guidelines Experience of providing education and training Experience of working within a GP practice and/or a primary care organisation medicines optimisation team Qualifications Essential Independent Prescribing qualification Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council Desirable Car owner / driver or suitable alternative transport available to enable you to undertake the job Knowledge and skills Essential Specialist clinical knowledge acquired through diploma level training / experience Understanding of the issues affecting primary care, prescribing in primary care, and the NHS Ability to develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters and / or difficult situations Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate pharmaceutical interventions and / or treatments Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent team player but with ability to work independently Ability to manage own time Ability to motivate and influence others Computer literacy, including use of spreadsheets and graphs, and able to analyse clinical data Strict confidentiality is observed at all times Practice policies are carried out effectively Patients are shown a caring and respectful attitude and enquiries handled courteously Adhere to Information Governance Must be a member of a Medical Defence Union and maintain good health with appropriate screening and up-to-date immunisation status Desirable Familiarity with GP clinical systems Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of influencing others Experience of change management and putting ideas into practice Experience of contributing to the improvement and / or quality of service as part of a multi-disciplinary team Demonstrable commitment to CPD Effective time management skills Experience of working as a clinical pharmacist in either primary or secondary care Experience of analysing prescribing data and completing clinical audit Desirable Experience of developing and implementing guidelines Experience of providing education and training Experience of working within a GP practice and/or a primary care organisation medicines optimisation team Qualifications Essential Independent Prescribing qualification Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council Desirable Car owner / driver or suitable alternative transport available to enable you to undertake the job Knowledge and skills Essential Specialist clinical knowledge acquired through diploma level training / experience Understanding of the issues affecting primary care, prescribing in primary care, and the NHS Ability to develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters and / or difficult situations Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate pharmaceutical interventions and / or treatments Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent team player but with ability to work independently Ability to manage own time Ability to motivate and influence others Computer literacy, including use of spreadsheets and graphs, and able to analyse clinical data Strict confidentiality is observed at all times Practice policies are carried out effectively Patients are shown a caring and respectful attitude and enquiries handled courteously Adhere to Information Governance Must be a member of a Medical Defence Union and maintain good health with appropriate screening and up-to-date immunisation status Desirable Familiarity with GP clinical systems 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 Aelfgar Surgery Address Church Street Rugeley Staffordshire WS15 2AB Employer's website https://www.aelfgarsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)