Hammersmith Surgery

Practice Pharmacist

The closing date is 29 August 2025

Job summary

Responsible for implementing an effective medicine management system within the Practices, including cost-effective prescribing, working as an Independent Prescriber, providing advice and support for both patients and colleagues.

In addition, the post holder will also support the multi-disciplinary team in line with the strategic objectives of the PCN.

The post-holder will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines management, provide face-to-face structured medication reviews, manage long-term conditions, management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, manage repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation, acute prescription request, whilst addressing both the public health and social care needs of patients in the GP Practice(s) that make up the PCN.

The post holder will perform face-to-face medication review of patients with polypharmacy especially for older people, people in residential care homes and those with multiple co-morbidities.

The post holder will provide leadership on quality improvement and clinical audit and well as managing some aspects of the Quality and Outcomes Framework.

This role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver an excellent service within General Practice.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for implementing an effective medicine management system within the Practices, including cost-effective prescribing, working as an Independent Prescriber, providing advice and support for both patients and colleagues.

In addition, the post holder will also support the multi-disciplinary team in line with the strategic objectives of the PCN.

The post-holder will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines management, provide face-to-face structured medication reviews, manage long-term conditions, management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, manage repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation, acute prescription request, whilst addressing both the public health and social care needs of patients in the GP Practice(s) that make up the PCN.

The post holder will perform face-to-face medication review of patients with polypharmacy especially for older people, people in residential care homes and those with multiple co-morbidities.

The post holder will provide leadership on quality improvement and clinical audit and well as managing some aspects of the Quality and Outcomes Framework.

This role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver an excellent service within General Practice.

About us

We are a well-established practice, caring for a large and diverse patient population across our network. We pride ourselves on our flexibility, excellent training, and genuinely collaborative culture.

What makes us different?

A welcoming team where staff support each other

Doctors who value and trust pharmacy input

Ongoing training and career development

A real opportunity to make an impact

Details

Date posted

18 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£56,992 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1161-25-0003

Job locations

1 Hammersmith Bridge Road

London

W6 9DU


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Clinical Pharmacist

Hammersmith Surgeryis seeking a full-timeclinical pharmacistto join our team in London.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A Masters degree in pharmacy or a related field.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of clinical pharmacy experience.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of pharmacy.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in the field of pharmacotherapy.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of HIV/AIDS and HIV-related medications.
  • Experience with the use and management of medications, including but not limited to: anti-depressants, anti-anxiety medications, anti-inflammatory medications, blood thinners, anticoagulants, and other hematologic and oncologic medications.

We are a well-established GP practice with a lot to offer! We offer competitive salary, and a great work/life balance. We offer a challenging but rewarding job that can help us achieve our mission to improve health care for all. We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to changing the way we view healthcare for all patients. If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity to work with a supportive team, then we may be a great place for you!

To be considered for this role you must have

  • Independent prescribing qualification
  • Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role
  • Previous General practice experience is desirable, however, those with no experience are encouraged to apply as full training and induction will be provided will be offered

In return the practice will offer

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rate
  • An opportunity to develop your existing skillset
  • In-house CPD training sessions tailored to meet your needs
  • 1 week paid CPD/study leave pro rata per year

Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hrs per wk)

Salary:56,992.00

Benefits:

  • NHS pension scheme

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • London, W6 9DU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Pharmacist: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 29.08.2025

Expected start date:October 2025

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Clinical Pharmacist

Hammersmith Surgeryis seeking a full-timeclinical pharmacistto join our team in London.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A Masters degree in pharmacy or a related field.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of clinical pharmacy experience.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of pharmacy.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in the field of pharmacotherapy.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of HIV/AIDS and HIV-related medications.
  • Experience with the use and management of medications, including but not limited to: anti-depressants, anti-anxiety medications, anti-inflammatory medications, blood thinners, anticoagulants, and other hematologic and oncologic medications.

We are a well-established GP practice with a lot to offer! We offer competitive salary, and a great work/life balance. We offer a challenging but rewarding job that can help us achieve our mission to improve health care for all. We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to changing the way we view healthcare for all patients. If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity to work with a supportive team, then we may be a great place for you!

To be considered for this role you must have

  • Independent prescribing qualification
  • Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role
  • Previous General practice experience is desirable, however, those with no experience are encouraged to apply as full training and induction will be provided will be offered

In return the practice will offer

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rate
  • An opportunity to develop your existing skillset
  • In-house CPD training sessions tailored to meet your needs
  • 1 week paid CPD/study leave pro rata per year

Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hrs per wk)

Salary:56,992.00

Benefits:

  • NHS pension scheme

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • London, W6 9DU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Pharmacist: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 29.08.2025

Expected start date:October 2025

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience in pharmacy

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care or in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

  • Holds both a GPhc registration and Independent Prescribing certificate
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience in pharmacy

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care or in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

  • Holds both a GPhc registration and Independent Prescribing certificate

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

Hammersmith Surgery

Address

1 Hammersmith Bridge Road

London

W6 9DU


Employer's website

https://thehammersmithsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hammersmith Surgery

Address

1 Hammersmith Bridge Road

London

W6 9DU


Employer's website

https://thehammersmithsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Lesley Kenny

lesleykenny@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

18 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£56,992 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1161-25-0003

Job locations

1 Hammersmith Bridge Road

London

W6 9DU


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