Network Pharmacist

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly, proactive and forward thinking PCN (Primary Care Network) Pharmacy team where you will be based mainly at our Hadleigh Practice, but working on additional PCN projects. As a PCN we have achieved great outcomes for prevention for our patients over the last few years and there are opportunities to work with the practice to develop areas of interest in line with the needs of their patients where possible. Regular supervision from a GP supervisor is also given and the role eventually leads to the independent prescribing qualification.

As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in providing expert advice on medication management, medicines safety, conduct Structured Medication Reviews and supporting the broader healthcare team to improve patient outcomes. You will work closely with GPs, practice nurses, and other healthcare professionals within the Hadleigh Practice and wider PCN to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.

Main duties of the job

As a Network Pharmacist you will:

• Work collaboratively within the PCN to deliver high-quality medication reviews and management for patients with long-term conditions.
• Provide clinical pharmacy input to improve medication safety, prescribing practices, and adherence.
• Deliver and support medicines optimization initiatives within the PCN.
• Conduct medication reviews, including domiciliary visits and case reviews.
• Advise on the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines across the PCN.
• Support and develop clinical staff, providing education and training on the safe use of medicines.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of care pathways, protocols, and policies.
• Take part in the development of strategies for reducing polypharmacy and inappropriate prescribing.

About us

Poole North Primary Care Network have a team of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians working from our Birchwood Hub but the role will also align with the Hadleigh Practice where you will join their team of two existing PCN pharmacists, one practice pharmacist and one pharmacy technician as well as supporting the "hub team" one day a week.

We are a friendly and supportive team achieving excellent results from financial stewardship programmes, BP@home work, CVD work and other local initiatives to support patients and their safety.

As a network pharmacist it is a requirement that you undertake as part of your role and information about this can be found on the Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway website and this course will then allow you to complete your independent prescribing qualification.