Job summary
Description
We are
seeking a highly motivated Clinical Pharmacist to join our team in North
Liverpool PCN. As a Network Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in
ensuring the safe and effective use of medications, providing pharmaceutical
care and expertise to patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals
to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. If you are passionate about improving
patient care and making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect
opportunity for you.
North
Liverpool is the largest PCN in Liverpool with 21 practices and a weighted
population size of approximately 150,000 patients.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities
Conduct
comprehensive medication reviews and assessments to identify and resolve
medication-related problems for patients.
Collaborate
with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement
personalised medication therapy plans.
Provide
patient education on medication use, potential side effects, and drug
interactions.
Monitor
and adjust medication therapy based on patient response and laboratory values.
Conduct
medication reconciliation and identify discrepancies to ensure accurate and
up-to-date medication lists.
Participate
in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care and optimise treatment
outcomes.
Provide
education sessions for GPs, practice staff, other health professionals and
patient groups.
Stay up
to date with current literature and guidelines to provide evidence-based
pharmaceutical care.
About us
North Liverpool is the largest PCN in Liverpool with 21 practices and a weighted population size of approximately 150,000 patients. We have a large pharmacy team consisting of 14 pharmacists and 9 technicians. We offer supportive induction training to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to become an effective member of the team. We also offer training and education to support you to develop further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Description
We are
seeking a highly motivated Clinical Pharmacist to join our team in North
Liverpool PCN. As a Network Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in
ensuring the safe and effective use of medications, providing pharmaceutical
care and expertise to patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals
to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. If you are passionate about improving
patient care and making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect
opportunity for you.
North
Liverpool is the largest PCN in Liverpool with 21 practices and a weighted
population size of approximately 150,000 patients. We have a large pharmacy
team consisting of 14 pharmacists and 9 technicians. We offer supportive
induction training to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to
become an effective member of the team. We also offer training and education to
support you to develop further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Description
We are
seeking a highly motivated Clinical Pharmacist to join our team in North
Liverpool PCN. As a Network Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in
ensuring the safe and effective use of medications, providing pharmaceutical
care and expertise to patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals
to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. If you are passionate about improving
patient care and making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect
opportunity for you.
North
Liverpool is the largest PCN in Liverpool with 21 practices and a weighted
population size of approximately 150,000 patients. We have a large pharmacy
team consisting of 14 pharmacists and 9 technicians. We offer supportive
induction training to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to
become an effective member of the team. We also offer training and education to
support you to develop further.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Master of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution.
- Active pharmacy registration with GPhC
- Good knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, and medication management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
- Non-medical Prescribing qualification desirable or an interest in working towards obtaining the qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of Windows Based Computer Systems
- Experience of the EMIS clinical system
Desirable
- Experience in promoting Health Improvement Campaigns
- Experience within a GP setting and knowledge of the procedures
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of Windows Based Computer Systems
- Experience of the EMIS clinical system
Desirable
- Experience in promoting Health Improvement Campaigns
- Experience within a GP setting and knowledge of the procedures
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of Windows Based Computer Systems
- Experience of the EMIS clinical system
Desirable
- Experience in promoting Health Improvement Campaigns
- Experience within a GP setting and knowledge of the procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Master of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution.
- Active pharmacy registration with GPhC
- Good knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, and medication management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
- Non-medical Prescribing qualification desirable or an interest in working towards obtaining the qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of Windows Based Computer Systems
- Experience of the EMIS clinical system
Desirable
- Experience in promoting Health Improvement Campaigns
- Experience within a GP setting and knowledge of the procedures
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of Windows Based Computer Systems
- Experience of the EMIS clinical system
Desirable
- Experience in promoting Health Improvement Campaigns
- Experience within a GP setting and knowledge of the procedures
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience of Windows Based Computer Systems
- Experience of the EMIS clinical system
Desirable
- Experience in promoting Health Improvement Campaigns
- Experience within a GP setting and knowledge of the procedures
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).