Job summary
Be Part of a Supportive, Progressive Practice
At
Saxonbrook Medical Centre, were passionate about delivering exceptional
primary care to our 20,000 patients across two sites. Our multidisciplinary
team GPs, Physician Associates, Paramedics, Pharmacists, Nurses and Healthcare
Assistantswork collaboratively to ensure our patients feel cared for,
respected, and supported.
We
are proud to be a teaching and training practice, welcoming medical trainees
and investing in continuous professional development for all our staff.
Main duties of the job
As
our Clinical Pharmacist, youll have a pivotal role in improving patient
outcomes and supporting safe, evidence based prescribing. Working with Pharmacy
Team and GP mentors, you will:
Lead clinical
medication reviews, especially for patients with complex needs and
long-term conditions (e.g., COPD, asthma).
Deliver patient-facing
clinics and telephone support, providing expert medicines advice and
empowering patients to manage their health.
Support frailty
care, repeat prescribing processes, and medicines reconciliation following
hospital discharge.
Take forward quality
improvement projects and prescribing audits that enhance safety and
effectiveness.
Promote the
implementation of national guidelines and local formulary recommendations.
Contribute to
education, training, and public health campaigns.
If
you are an Independent Prescriber or working towards this qualification, we are
committed to supporting you to develop and maximise your prescribing skills.
About us
Why Join Saxonbrook?
We
believe in looking after our people as well as our patients. Heres what we
offer:
NHS Pension Scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank
holidays (pro rata)
Dedicated study leave and
funded CPD opportunities
A fantastic employee assistance
programme and wellness app
Friendly, supportive team culture
where your ideas and contributions are valued
Opportunities to grow your career
within a forward-thinking, innovative practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
As
our Clinical Pharmacist, youll have a pivotal role in improving patient
outcomes and supporting safe, evidence based prescribing. Working with Pharmacy
Team and GP mentors, you will:
Lead clinical
medication reviews, especially for patients with complex needs and
long-term conditions (e.g., COPD, asthma).
Deliver patient-facing
clinics and telephone support, providing expert medicines advice and
empowering patients to manage their health.
Support frailty
care, repeat prescribing processes, and medicines reconciliation following
hospital discharge.
Take forward quality
improvement projects and prescribing audits that enhance safety and
effectiveness.
Promote the
implementation of national guidelines and local formulary recommendations.
Contribute to
education, training, and public health campaigns.
If
you are an Independent Prescriber or working towards this qualification, we are
committed to supporting you to develop and maximise your prescribing skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As
our Clinical Pharmacist, youll have a pivotal role in improving patient
outcomes and supporting safe, evidence based prescribing. Working with Pharmacy
Team and GP mentors, you will:
Lead clinical
medication reviews, especially for patients with complex needs and
long-term conditions (e.g., COPD, asthma).
Deliver patient-facing
clinics and telephone support, providing expert medicines advice and
empowering patients to manage their health.
Support frailty
care, repeat prescribing processes, and medicines reconciliation following
hospital discharge.
Take forward quality
improvement projects and prescribing audits that enhance safety and
effectiveness.
Promote the
implementation of national guidelines and local formulary recommendations.
Contribute to
education, training, and public health campaigns.
If
you are an Independent Prescriber or working towards this qualification, we are
committed to supporting you to develop and maximise your prescribing skills.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- At least 2 years post qualification experience.
- A passion for improving patient care and a proactive, collaborative approach.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence working in a multi-professional environment.
- Knowledge of medicines optimisation in primary care
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber qualification.
- Experience working in General Practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- At least 2 years post qualification experience.
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber qualification.
- Experience working in General Practice.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- At least 2 years post qualification experience.
- A passion for improving patient care and a proactive, collaborative approach.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence working in a multi-professional environment.
- Knowledge of medicines optimisation in primary care
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber qualification.
- Experience working in General Practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- At least 2 years post qualification experience.
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber qualification.
- Experience working in General Practice.
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).
