Job summary
We are seeking a fixed-term Pharmacist to work in our Prescribing Hub as part of a friendly and dedicated team of Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians and Prescribing Clerks, providing services to two GP practices in a collaborative Primary Care Network of about 33,000 patients. Our ideal candidate will likely work 3 days per week with the exact working pattern to be confirmed.
This post would suit a Pharmacist who thrives in a flexible, fast-paced environment. The role is fixed term to December 2025. For full details of the responsibilities please see the job description.
If we receive a high volume of relevant applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date so we encourage you to apply as soon as you can.
No agencies please we are committed to sourcing candidates directly and any agency assistance will be invitation only. This post is currently advertised on Indeed and NHS jobs only.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will play a key role in the delivery of high-quality primary health care within Northern Arc PCN. Working within their clinical competencies, they will provide specialist pharmaceutical support to the practices of the PCN . This will include working with members of the wider healthcare team to improve care and support safe and effective prescribing.
The post holder will contribute to the work of the Prescribing Hub, including supporting and assisting the Pharmacy Technicians. The role will have a patient facing element to include face to face, or telephone consultations - including but not limited to chronic disease management, repeat prescription management and structured medication reviews. This will also include the management and review of patients with polypharmacy, care home and hospital discharge summaries.
The post holder will be supported to help develop the role and work to improve the care and outcomes for the patients across Northern Arc PCN.
About us
Northern Arc Primary Care Network is based across 2 practices, delivering care to over 33 thousand patients.
We aim to provide high quality, safe, personalised care in an integrated and forward-thinking environment. We are committed to ensuring an excellent patient experience and advocate best practice in the delivery of the services we offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To play a pivotal role in the
delivery of high-quality primary health care within Northern Arc PCN.
The post holder will work within their clinical competencies to provide
specialist pharmaceutical support to all practices of the PCN including working
with members of the wider healthcare team to improve care and support safe and effective
prescribing.
The post holder will engage with the ongoing support of a prescribing
hub. They will be proactively involved in quality improvement and clinical
audit as well as managing aspects of the Quality and Outcomes Framework and
Investment and Impact Fund.
The role will have a patient facing element to include face to face,
or telephone consultations - including but not limited to chronic disease
management, repeat prescription management and structured medication reviews.
This will also include the management and review of patients with polypharmacy,
care home and hospital discharge summaries.
The post holder will be supported to help develop the role and work to
improve the care and outcomes for the patients across Northern Arc PCN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To play a pivotal role in the
delivery of high-quality primary health care within Northern Arc PCN.
The post holder will work within their clinical competencies to provide
specialist pharmaceutical support to all practices of the PCN including working
with members of the wider healthcare team to improve care and support safe and effective
prescribing.
The post holder will engage with the ongoing support of a prescribing
hub. They will be proactively involved in quality improvement and clinical
audit as well as managing aspects of the Quality and Outcomes Framework and
Investment and Impact Fund.
The role will have a patient facing element to include face to face,
or telephone consultations - including but not limited to chronic disease
management, repeat prescription management and structured medication reviews.
This will also include the management and review of patients with polypharmacy,
care home and hospital discharge summaries.
The post holder will be supported to help develop the role and work to
improve the care and outcomes for the patients across Northern Arc PCN.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in pharmacy, 4-year programme leading to MPharm, BPharm or BSc -Pharmacy- together with equivalent experience
- One year pre-registration experience pre-registration examination passed and tutor assessment satisfactory
- Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Experience as a band 6 (or equivalent) qualified pharmacist
- Completed CPPE Primary Care Education Pathway, OR currently enrolled OR willing to enrol
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in pharmacy, 4-year programme leading to MPharm, BPharm or BSc -Pharmacy- together with equivalent experience
- One year pre-registration experience pre-registration examination passed and tutor assessment satisfactory
- Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Experience as a band 6 (or equivalent) qualified pharmacist
- Completed CPPE Primary Care Education Pathway, OR currently enrolled OR willing to enrol
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).
