Job summary
To work with the Primary Care Network Pharmacy Team to improve
the quality, effectiveness and safety of prescribing across the organisation. To contribute
to achieving the Primary Care Network Investment and Impact Fund (IIF) targets and the Direct
Enhanced Service contract (DES)
Main duties of the job
- To promote high quality, safe and cost-effective prescribing as informed by evidence-based practice and national and local guidance etc. To ensure prescribing conforms to relevant legislation
- Working with the Senior Primary Care Network (PCN) Pharmacists and PCN Pharmacy Team in delivering the Medicines Management Work Plan for your allocated practice(s) in addition to directing and advising on medicines management issues in general.
- To work collaboratively with the PCN Pharmacy Team
- To become an integral part of your named practice team(s) and to undertake those clinical and administrative duties as determined by shared agreement with the Senior PCN Pharmacists and Lead GP
- To initiate & complete structured medication reviews, support with repeat prescribing, medicines reconciliation and prescribing related audits.
- To work with the PCN Pharmacy Team and GP practice teams in order to support achievement of the Impact and Investment Targets, Direct Enhanced Contract and Quality and Outcomes Framework, and respond in a timely manner to medicines safety advice eg from the Medicines and Healthcare products Related Agency (MHRA)
- To work in COVID vaccine clinics on a rota basis
- To partake in the CPPE Primary Care Pathway for Pharmacists (if not already completed)
About us
Brownlow and the CLPCN prides itself in being an exceptional
employer. We have a dedicated staff wellbeing team and offer numerous staff
benefits and incentives including protected study leave with financial
allowance and enhanced annual leave for 100% attendance. You will receive a 6-month
mentorship/induction package and following this will have the option for some
home working should you wish to if appropriate for your role.
Brownlow/CLPCN is
an organisation that is committed to equality and diversity, and we strive for
our workforce to be representative and inclusive of the complex and diverse
community which we are proud to serve. With this commitment in mind, we
actively encourage individuals who self-identify as having protected
characteristics to apply for this role. We are particularly keen to encourage
applications from: individuals with linguistic diversity, members of the LGBTQ+
community; members of black, minority ethnic, and minority faith groups; and
from those who are disabled and / or neurodiverse. We are mindful that we may
not always be aware of structural and systemic factors, which might discourage
or prevent certain minority groups and marginalised populations from applying
to join our team. If you are aware that any such barriers do exist, please let
us know so that we can work to overcome and dismantle these.
Although not
required by law we strongly recommend that all staff have received all Covid
vaccinations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), to provide advice and support on all prescribing issues. When clinically appropriate, to implement and action changes to the patients medical prescribing record as directed by primary, secondary or community care; working at all times within professional limits.
- To influence the prescribing behaviour of all members of the Practice MDT including GPs and practice nurses.
- Liaise with health professionals in secondary care on interface medicines management issues.
Ensure prescribing and administration of medicines and disposal of medicinal waste follows appropriate legislation and health and safety policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), to provide advice and support on all prescribing issues. When clinically appropriate, to implement and action changes to the patients medical prescribing record as directed by primary, secondary or community care; working at all times within professional limits.
- To influence the prescribing behaviour of all members of the Practice MDT including GPs and practice nurses.
- Liaise with health professionals in secondary care on interface medicines management issues.
Ensure prescribing and administration of medicines and disposal of medicinal waste follows appropriate legislation and health and safety policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy Mpharm or equivalent
Desirable
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
- CPPE Primary Care Pathway for Pharmacists
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of Windows Based Computer Systems
Desirable
- Experience within a GP setting and knowledge of the procedures
- Experience in promoting Health Improvement Campaigns
- Experience of the EMIS clinical system
Skills, Knowledge and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Ability to work with colleagues and services users in a non-judgemental manner
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with patients and outside agencies
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
- Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to work flexibly
- Commitment to equal opportunities
- Demonstrate your competence in the English language. Assessed at interview/ Certificate of English proficiency
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy Mpharm or equivalent
Desirable
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
- CPPE Primary Care Pathway for Pharmacists
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of Windows Based Computer Systems
Desirable
- Experience within a GP setting and knowledge of the procedures
- Experience in promoting Health Improvement Campaigns
- Experience of the EMIS clinical system
Skills, Knowledge and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Ability to work with colleagues and services users in a non-judgemental manner
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with patients and outside agencies
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
- Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to work flexibly
- Commitment to equal opportunities
- Demonstrate your competence in the English language. Assessed at interview/ Certificate of English proficiency
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).
