Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Primary
Care Network Pharmacist.
You would be based at Ash Tree House,
in the town of Kirkham, Lancashire.
We are looking to strengthen our
already diverse team widening our skill set to bring us in line with the NHS
long term plan.
This post is looking for a GHPhC
Registered Pharmacist ideally with a GPhC Independent Prescriber qualification
and a minor ailments certification (or a willingness to undertake the required
training).
Experience in a community pharmacy
and or general practice would be desirable.
You will be competent in managing
repeat prescribing and advice relating to medication queries or enquiries.
You will be supported clinically by a
brilliant GP team and the wider Practice staff.
We can have a flexible approach to
working hours, days and times; we offer a competitive salary.
Main duties of the job
To
practice as an Independent prescriber.
To
carry out face to face and telephone consultations (as necessary) with patients
including medication queries, management of long-term conditions and the
management and review of patients with polypharmacy.
To
conduct structured medication reviews to all patients.
To
be responsible for the delivery of the prescribing element of the Healthy Fylde
Coast Contract.
To
work with the Practice team to support medicines optimisation.
Review
all safety alerts ensuring the required actions are taken.
To
reconcile medicines following patients discharged from hospital or clinic
appointments.
To
be responsible for monitoring the Eclipse Radar admissions avoidance system.
To
be actively involved and manage the relevant areas within QOF.
To
reauthorise medication for repeat prescribing within scope of practice.
Identify
patients suitable for repeat prescribing, liaising with the relevant clinicians
as required.
About us
Ash Tree House Surgery in Kirkham is
a progressive Training Practice housed in a beautiful listed building.
Ash Tree House provides a full range
of primary care services to a population of nearly 11,200 patients.
We are committed to giving our
patients the highest quality service by maintaining a mutual confidence between
Doctor and Patient. There are 5 GP Partners and 3 Salaried GP's working closely
with a dedicated Practice team which includes Practice Nurses, a Advanced Nurse
Practitioner, Counsellors and support staff.
The Practice is also supported by
Community staff including a Community Matron, District Nurses and a resident
Physiotherapist.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
following are the core responsibilities of the Network Clinical Pharmacist. There
may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be
dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
1.
To practice as an independent prescriber working within
the scope of their clinical competencies to provide support and direction to
the practice team and the members of the allied healthcare team
2.
To directly engage with the patient population and carry
out face-to-face and telephone consultations (as necessary) with patients including
medication queries, management of long-term conditions and the management and
review of patients with polypharmacy
3.
To conduct structured medication reviews to all patients including
those in local residential or care settings in conjunction with local
services such as the Care Home Team
4.
To be responsible for the delivery of prescribing element
of the Healthy Fylde Coast Contract
5.
To work with the practice team to support medicines
optimisation and encourage safe and cost-effective prescribing
6.
To work with the wider team across the Primary Care
Network to deliver contractual projects and local initiatives as required
7.
Review all safety alerts ensuring the required actions
are taken
8.
To reconcile medicines following patients discharge from
hospital or clinic appointments
9.
To provide subject matter expertise on medication
monitoring, implementing and embedding a system
10.
To be responsible for monitoring the Eclipse Radar
admissions avoidance system and working through the tasks as required
11.
To be actively involved and manage the relevant areas
within the Quality and Outcomes Framework
12.
To reauthorise medication for repeat prescribing within
scope of practice
13.
Identify patients suitable for repeat prescribing,
liaising with the relevant clinicians as required
14.
Actively signpost patients to the correct healthcare
professional
15.
Administer vaccines such as influenza/pneumonia/COVID-19
(if required)
16.
To attend practice meetings to provide feedback on
workplans to the Partners and Practice Manager as required
17.
To develop effective working relationships within the
practice and the wider healthcare team
18.
To communicate effectively with the local community
pharmacies to both foster a good working relationship and to communicate
practice initiatives
Secondary Responsibilities
In
addition to the primary responsibilities, the clinical pharmacist may be
requested to:
a.
Partake in audits as directed by the Partners
b.
Provide education on medicines for the clinical team
including prescribing guidance to trainees and medical students
c.
Review the latest guidance ensuring the practice conforms
to NICE, CQC etc.
d.
Act as the practice point of contact for all medicines
related matters, establishing positive working relationships
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
following are the core responsibilities of the Network Clinical Pharmacist. There
may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be
dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
1.
To practice as an independent prescriber working within
the scope of their clinical competencies to provide support and direction to
the practice team and the members of the allied healthcare team
2.
To directly engage with the patient population and carry
out face-to-face and telephone consultations (as necessary) with patients including
medication queries, management of long-term conditions and the management and
review of patients with polypharmacy
3.
To conduct structured medication reviews to all patients including
those in local residential or care settings in conjunction with local
services such as the Care Home Team
4.
To be responsible for the delivery of prescribing element
of the Healthy Fylde Coast Contract
5.
To work with the practice team to support medicines
optimisation and encourage safe and cost-effective prescribing
6.
To work with the wider team across the Primary Care
Network to deliver contractual projects and local initiatives as required
7.
Review all safety alerts ensuring the required actions
are taken
8.
To reconcile medicines following patients discharge from
hospital or clinic appointments
9.
To provide subject matter expertise on medication
monitoring, implementing and embedding a system
10.
To be responsible for monitoring the Eclipse Radar
admissions avoidance system and working through the tasks as required
11.
To be actively involved and manage the relevant areas
within the Quality and Outcomes Framework
12.
To reauthorise medication for repeat prescribing within
scope of practice
13.
Identify patients suitable for repeat prescribing,
liaising with the relevant clinicians as required
14.
Actively signpost patients to the correct healthcare
professional
15.
Administer vaccines such as influenza/pneumonia/COVID-19
(if required)
16.
To attend practice meetings to provide feedback on
workplans to the Partners and Practice Manager as required
17.
To develop effective working relationships within the
practice and the wider healthcare team
18.
To communicate effectively with the local community
pharmacies to both foster a good working relationship and to communicate
practice initiatives
Secondary Responsibilities
In
addition to the primary responsibilities, the clinical pharmacist may be
requested to:
a.
Partake in audits as directed by the Partners
b.
Provide education on medicines for the clinical team
including prescribing guidance to trainees and medical students
c.
Review the latest guidance ensuring the practice conforms
to NICE, CQC etc.
d.
Act as the practice point of contact for all medicines
related matters, establishing positive working relationships
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC Registered Pharmacist
Desirable
- GPhC Independent Prescriber Qualification
- Minor Ailments certification
- Medicines Management Qualification
- MUR and repeat dispensing certification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years working as a pharmacist
Desirable
- Experience in managing pharmacy services in primary care
- Broad knowledge of General Practice
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Problem solving & analytical skills
- Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Forward thinker
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC Registered Pharmacist
Desirable
- GPhC Independent Prescriber Qualification
- Minor Ailments certification
- Medicines Management Qualification
- MUR and repeat dispensing certification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years working as a pharmacist
Desirable
- Experience in managing pharmacy services in primary care
- Broad knowledge of General Practice
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Problem solving & analytical skills
- Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Forward thinker
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
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).
