Job summary
Salary Available on Application
20 to 30 hours a week
We are looking for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our growing clinical team.
We are an enthusiastic and forwardt thinking practice based in the Rhondda Valley, 30 mins scenic drive from Cardiff, based over 2 sites in Tylorstown and Ynyshir.
Our team currently consists of 3 GPs, 2 ANPs, fully supported by a full multidisciplinary team. Our list size is approximately 6000 patients, and we currently provide a full range of Enhanced Services. We are in the process of becoming a training practice.
What You'll Do
Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other team members to optimise medicines use
Conduct structured medication reviews and manage repeat prescribing processes
Support patients in managing chronic conditions through expert pharmaceutical care
Contribute to quality improvement projects and promote safe prescribing practices
What We are Looking For
GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient-centred care
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Role Clinical Pharmacist
Hours 20-30hrs per week, flexible
Salary to be discussed based on experience
Closing date 25th August 2025.
For applications, send CV with a covering letter to
Kerys Saunders kerys.saunders@wales.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other team members to optimise medicines use
Conduct structured medication reviews and manage repeat prescribing processes
Support patients in managing chronic conditions through expert pharmaceutical care
Contribute to quality improvement projects and promote safe prescribing practices
About us
We are an enthusiastic and forward thinking practice based in the Rhondda Valley, 30 mins scenic drive from Cardiff, based over 2 sites in Tylorstown and Ynyshir.
Our team currently consists of 3 GPs, 2 ANPs, fully supported by a full multidisciplinary team. Our list size is approximately 6000 patients, and we currently provide a full range of Enhanced Services. We are in the process of becoming a training practice.
Please visit practice website
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the clinical pharmacist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. Practice as an independent prescriber working within scope of practice
b. Carry out face to face and telephone consultations with patients with minor illnesses
c. To provide medication review services with patients in the practice and during domiciliary visits to the local nursing home
d. To provide advice and support for patients with self limiting conditions
e. Encourage cost effective prescribing within the practice
f. Review all safety alerts ensuring the required actions are taken
g. To reconcile medicines following patients discharge from hospital or clinic appointments
h. Review medications for newly registered patients
i. Implement and embed a robust repeat prescribing system
j. To provide subject matter expertise on medication monitoring, implementing and embedding a system
k. Carry out targeted medication reviews for high-risk patients
l. To reauthorise medication for repeat prescribing within scope of practice
m. Identify patients suitable for repeat prescribing, liaising with the relevant clinicians as required
n. Review and implement safe prescribing systems for vulnerable patients, improving compliance
o. Support clinicians with the management of patients suffering from drug and alcohol dependencies
p. Actively signpost patients to the correct healthcare professional
q. Assist with QOF targets
Administer influenza and travel vaccines
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the clinical pharmacist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. Practice as an independent prescriber working within scope of practice
b. Carry out face to face and telephone consultations with patients with minor illnesses
c. To provide medication review services with patients in the practice and during domiciliary visits to the local nursing home
d. To provide advice and support for patients with self limiting conditions
e. Encourage cost effective prescribing within the practice
f. Review all safety alerts ensuring the required actions are taken
g. To reconcile medicines following patients discharge from hospital or clinic appointments
h. Review medications for newly registered patients
i. Implement and embed a robust repeat prescribing system
j. To provide subject matter expertise on medication monitoring, implementing and embedding a system
k. Carry out targeted medication reviews for high-risk patients
l. To reauthorise medication for repeat prescribing within scope of practice
m. Identify patients suitable for repeat prescribing, liaising with the relevant clinicians as required
n. Review and implement safe prescribing systems for vulnerable patients, improving compliance
o. Support clinicians with the management of patients suffering from drug and alcohol dependencies
p. Actively signpost patients to the correct healthcare professional
q. Assist with QOF targets
Administer influenza and travel vaccines
Person Specification
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA
Essential
- GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- GPhCregistered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Experience
Essential
- GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient-centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- GPhCregistered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Person Specification
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA
Essential
- GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- GPhCregistered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Experience
Essential
- GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC registered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient-centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- GPhCregistered pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills
- Experience or interest in primary care, medicines optimisation, and patient centred care
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).