Job summary Please note: This job is advertised on behalf of Warlingham Green Medical Practice. North Tandridge Primary Care Network is a busy and vibrant organisation, consisting of three practices between Warlingham, Caterham and Surrey. Between the three practices they provide high quality care to a population of around 21,300 patients. This role is based at Warlingham Green Medical Practice, where a clinical pharmacist is sought to lead on repeat prescribing at the practice, as well as a large variety of other tasks, with excellent supervision and opportunities to participate in project work from time to time. The role is embedded in the practice, but the successful candidate would also benefit from being part of a much wider team of clinical pharmacists across the four Primary Care Networks which sit under Dorking Healthcare. Please note this advert will be closed should we receive sufficient number of applications. Main duties of the job The Clinical Pharmacist will have a key role in supporting delivery of the Network Contract DES Service specifications. For the new Structured Medications Review and Optimisation requirements, this will include tackling over-medication of patients, including inappropriate use of antibiotics, withdrawing medicines no longer needed through NHS-led programmes such as low-priority prescribing and medicines optimisation more widely. For Enhanced Health in Care Homes residents will benefit from regular clinical pharmacy-led medicines reviews. About us Warlingham Green Medical Practice is a well-established GP practice in Warlingham, dedicated to providing high-quality care to our patients. We are a fun and friendly place to work offering a supportive and collaborative working environmentand are committed to providing a first-class service for our patients. Our practice is part of SWC Medical Group, a network of five GP practices across East Surrey and Croydon serving a population of more than 39,000 patients. We also work closely with other local GP practices as a member of North Tandridge Primary Care Network (PCN), allowing us to deliver enhanced patient care through shared resources and specialist roles. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage with a wider team of clinical pharmacists working across multiple PCNs under Dorking Healthcare (DHC). This provides additional professional development opportunities and a collaborative learning environment. We have a strong team, including GPs, clinical pharmacists, nurses, healthcare assistants, and care coordinators, all committed to delivering excellent patient care in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, 6 weeks annual leave, NHS Pension Scheme, and a positive working environment where diversity and inclusion are actively promoted. SWC Medical Group actively encourage and promote diversity, ensure all voices are heard and included and are committed to equal opportunities for all. Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Up to £57,350 per annum DOE Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number U0103-25-0010 Job locations Warlingham Green Medical Practice 1 Church Road Warlingham Surrey CR6 9NW Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Pharmacist will have a key role in supporting delivery of the Network Contract DES Service specifications. For the new Structured Medications Review and Optimisation requirements this will include tackling over-medication of patients, including inappropriate use of antibiotics, withdrawing medicines no longer needed through NHS-led programmes such as low priority prescribing and medicines optimisation more widely. For Enhanced Health in Care Homes residents will benefit from regular clinical pharmacy-led medicines reviews. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST The Clinical Pharmacist will: Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using their expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas. Act as a lead for repeat prescribing at the practice Hold a prescribing qualification Assist with routine and urgent prescription requests throughout the day Take responsibility for the care management of patients with chronic diseases and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex poly-pharmacy, especially the elderly, people in care homes, those with multiple long term conditions (in particular COPD and asthma) and people with learning disabilities or autism (through STOMP - Stop Over Medication Programme). Support the PCN with delivering prescribing aspects of the Investment and Impact Fund Provide support and oversight to practice repeat prescribing systems and medicines reconciliation. Support the implementation of MHRA and other safety alerts at practice level. Provide leadership on person centred medicines optimisation (including ensuring prescribers in the practice conserve antibiotics in line with local antimicrobial stewardship guidance) and quality improvement, while contributing to the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services. Through structured medication reviews, support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care. Support further integration of general practice with the wider healthcare teams (including community and hospital pharmacy) to help improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage general practice workload. Develop relationships and work closely with other pharmacists across networks and the wider health system, particularly the wider DHC and PCN Clinical Pharmacy team. Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, clinical research with medicines, liaison with specialist pharmacists (including mental health and reduction of inappropriate antipsychotic use in people with learning difficulties) and anticoagulation. Work with practices to support CQC compliance. Provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines while helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients in the network. INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES Adhere to Practice policies and procedures and relevant legislation including the requirements of any professional bodies and attend/undertake all mandatory and other training as identified and agreed by the practice. Participate in reflection, self-evaluation and continuous professional development including performance review. Ensure mandatory training is up-to-date at all times. Maintain a good working knowledge of health and safety procedures. Promote client involvement in the management of the service. Contribute to ongoing projects as required. Maintain administration systems and workspaces used in a clean and tidy condition. Maintain a good working knowledge of Health and Safety procedures and fire precautions and operate correct procedures and participate in policy review and development and data collection where appropriate. Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and purpose of the job as may be agreed by the post holder. WORK SETTING AND REVIEW The Clinical Pharmacist will: Be able to work independently to achieve objectives with minimum supervision. Work flexibly to meet the needs of clients and to achieve objectives set by the line manager Participate in regular supervision sessions and appraisals with the line manager. Attend training and development activities as identified and participate in meetings as required. CONFIDENTIALITY The post holder must maintain the confidentiality and security of information about patients staff and Practice business in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Caldicott principles. This job description represents an outline of the responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or tasks. It will change and develop in line with organisational needs and may be amended following agreement with the post-holder. Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Pharmacist will have a key role in supporting delivery of the Network Contract DES Service specifications. For the new Structured Medications Review and Optimisation requirements this will include tackling over-medication of patients, including inappropriate use of antibiotics, withdrawing medicines no longer needed through NHS-led programmes such as low priority prescribing and medicines optimisation more widely. For Enhanced Health in Care Homes residents will benefit from regular clinical pharmacy-led medicines reviews. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST The Clinical Pharmacist will: Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using their expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas. Act as a lead for repeat prescribing at the practice Hold a prescribing qualification Assist with routine and urgent prescription requests throughout the day Take responsibility for the care management of patients with chronic diseases and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex poly-pharmacy, especially the elderly, people in care homes, those with multiple long term conditions (in particular COPD and asthma) and people with learning disabilities or autism (through STOMP - Stop Over Medication Programme). Support the PCN with delivering prescribing aspects of the Investment and Impact Fund Provide support and oversight to practice repeat prescribing systems and medicines reconciliation. Support the implementation of MHRA and other safety alerts at practice level. Provide leadership on person centred medicines optimisation (including ensuring prescribers in the practice conserve antibiotics in line with local antimicrobial stewardship guidance) and quality improvement, while contributing to the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services. Through structured medication reviews, support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care. Support further integration of general practice with the wider healthcare teams (including community and hospital pharmacy) to help improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage general practice workload. Develop relationships and work closely with other pharmacists across networks and the wider health system, particularly the wider DHC and PCN Clinical Pharmacy team. Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, clinical research with medicines, liaison with specialist pharmacists (including mental health and reduction of inappropriate antipsychotic use in people with learning difficulties) and anticoagulation. Work with practices to support CQC compliance. Provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines while helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients in the network. INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES Adhere to Practice policies and procedures and relevant legislation including the requirements of any professional bodies and attend/undertake all mandatory and other training as identified and agreed by the practice. Participate in reflection, self-evaluation and continuous professional development including performance review. Ensure mandatory training is up-to-date at all times. Maintain a good working knowledge of health and safety procedures. Promote client involvement in the management of the service. Contribute to ongoing projects as required. Maintain administration systems and workspaces used in a clean and tidy condition. Maintain a good working knowledge of Health and Safety procedures and fire precautions and operate correct procedures and participate in policy review and development and data collection where appropriate. Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and purpose of the job as may be agreed by the post holder. WORK SETTING AND REVIEW The Clinical Pharmacist will: Be able to work independently to achieve objectives with minimum supervision. Work flexibly to meet the needs of clients and to achieve objectives set by the line manager Participate in regular supervision sessions and appraisals with the line manager. Attend training and development activities as identified and participate in meetings as required. CONFIDENTIALITY The post holder must maintain the confidentiality and security of information about patients staff and Practice business in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Caldicott principles. This job description represents an outline of the responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or tasks. It will change and develop in line with organisational needs and may be amended following agreement with the post-holder. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Mandatory registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council CPPE pathway complete Desirable Independent prescriber Knowledge Essential Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level of equivalent training/expertise An appreciation of the nature of GP practices An understanding of the nature of primary care prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing Desirable In-depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare Experience Desirable Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience Experience of working in a similar role before Skills and Aptitudes Essential Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions Is able to obtain and analyse complex technical information Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to senior managers or GPs when appropriate Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Organised, good time management skills and can meet deadlines with minimum supervision Positive approach, calm under pressure Good IT skills, sufficient to use Word, databases and spreadsheets Can produce timely and informative reports Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision to patients Has a can do attitude to daily tasks, adversity and new ways of working Undertakes healthy working with regards to achieve the most efficient way to achieve objectives and tasks Desirable Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients) Persuasive, can gain acceptance of recommendations and is able to influence/motivate/persuade others to comply with recommendations/agreed course of action where there may be significant barriers Other factors Essential Willing and able to travel to different PCN sites and to attend meetings, training events etc. Able to work in the evenings and at weekends. Desirable Car driver with current UK driving licence Person Specification Qualifications Essential Mandatory registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council CPPE pathway complete Desirable Independent prescriber Knowledge Essential Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level of equivalent training/expertise An appreciation of the nature of GP practices An understanding of the nature of primary care prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing Desirable In-depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare Experience Desirable Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience Experience of working in a similar role before Skills and Aptitudes Essential Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions Is able to obtain and analyse complex technical information Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to senior managers or GPs when appropriate Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Organised, good time management skills and can meet deadlines with minimum supervision Positive approach, calm under pressure Good IT skills, sufficient to use Word, databases and spreadsheets Can produce timely and informative reports Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision to patients Has a can do attitude to daily tasks, adversity and new ways of working Undertakes healthy working with regards to achieve the most efficient way to achieve objectives and tasks Desirable Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients) Persuasive, can gain acceptance of recommendations and is able to influence/motivate/persuade others to comply with recommendations/agreed course of action where there may be significant barriers Other factors Essential Willing and able to travel to different PCN sites and to attend meetings, training events etc. Able to work in the evenings and at weekends. Desirable Car driver with current UK driving licence 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 Dorking Healthcare Ltd. Address Warlingham Green Medical Practice 1 Church Road Warlingham Surrey CR6 9NW Employer's website https://dhcclinical.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)