Job summary
To
be responsible for implementing an effective medicine management system within
the practice and network, 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.
Main duties of the job
a.
Practice
as an independent prescriber working within scope of practice and network
b.
Carry
out face-to-face and telephone consultations with patients for Structured
Medication Reviews
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 and network
f.
Review
all safety alerts ensuring the required actions are taken at practice and
network level
g.
To
reconcile medicines following patients discharge from hospital or clinic
appointments
h.
Implement
and embed a robust repeat prescribing system across PCN practices
i.
To
provide subject matter expertise on medication monitoring, implementing and
embedding a system
j.
Carry
out targeted medication reviews for high-risk patients
k.
To
reauthorise medication for repeat prescribing within scope of practice
l.
Identify
patients suitable for repeat prescribing, liaising with the relevant clinicians
as required
m.
Review
and implement safe prescribing systems for vulnerable patients, improving
compliance
n.
Support
clinicians with the management of patients suffering from drug and alcohol
dependencies
o.
Actively
signpost patients to the correct healthcare professional
Assist with QOF targets
About us
Greenwich Health is the GP Federation for the Greenwich Borough and have a not-for-profit ethos. This means we reinvest all of our surplus into developing our staff, our organisation and to support our GP Practices in being sustainable for the future. We are committed to providing quality of care to our patients whilst building resilience for General Practice and providing services and programmes of work to deliver care at scale to the Greenwich Population.
Why work for Greenwich Health?
- We are local organisation owned by our local GP Practices we care what happens in Greenwich and want to make a difference to our patients and our partners.
- We offer competitive remuneration as well as other benefits including:
o NHS Pension
o Occupational sickness pay entitlement
o Counselling services
o Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
o Cycle to Work Scheme
o Private Healthcare Membership - Benenden Healthcare
- We have a track record for developing individuals in their careers
- Through our partnerships in our local healthcare environment, we can develop shared posts for example, with the hospital trust and our GP practices.
-You will have ongoing support and mentorship.
- We have developed a working culture which harnesses openness and togetherness which has resulted in high staff retention rates.
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 and network
b.
Carry
out face-to-face and telephone consultations with patients for Structured
Medication Reviews
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 and network
f.
Review
all safety alerts ensuring the required actions are taken at practice and
network level
g.
To
reconcile medicines following patients discharge from hospital or clinic
appointments
h.
Implement
and embed a robust repeat prescribing system across PCN practices
i.
To
provide subject matter expertise on medication monitoring, implementing and
embedding a system
j.
Carry
out targeted medication reviews for high-risk patients
k.
To
reauthorise medication for repeat prescribing within scope of practice
l.
Identify
patients suitable for repeat prescribing, liaising with the relevant clinicians
as required
m.
Review
and implement safe prescribing systems for vulnerable patients, improving
compliance
n.
Support
clinicians with the management of patients suffering from drug and alcohol
dependencies
o.
Actively
signpost patients to the correct healthcare professional
Assist with QOF targets
In
addition to the primary responsibilities, the clinical pharmacist may be
requested to:
a. Partake in audit as
directed by the audit lead
b. Provide education on
medicines for the clinical team
c. Review the latest
guidance ensuring the practice conforms to NICE, CQC etc.
d. Act as the practice
point of contact for all medicines related matters, establishing positive
working relationships
e. Produce pharmacy /
prescribing newsletters or bulletins on a quarterly basis
f.
To
line manage the dispensary staff in accordance with current practice policy
g.
Contribute
information to help PCN, commissioners and local partners identify unmet needs
within the community and gaps in community provision.
Contribute to PCN work by carrying out a regular
confidence survey to community groups receiving referrals, to gauge their
capacity to contribute to and engage with service provision.
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 and network
b.
Carry
out face-to-face and telephone consultations with patients for Structured
Medication Reviews
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 and network
f.
Review
all safety alerts ensuring the required actions are taken at practice and
network level
g.
To
reconcile medicines following patients discharge from hospital or clinic
appointments
h.
Implement
and embed a robust repeat prescribing system across PCN practices
i.
To
provide subject matter expertise on medication monitoring, implementing and
embedding a system
j.
Carry
out targeted medication reviews for high-risk patients
k.
To
reauthorise medication for repeat prescribing within scope of practice
l.
Identify
patients suitable for repeat prescribing, liaising with the relevant clinicians
as required
m.
Review
and implement safe prescribing systems for vulnerable patients, improving
compliance
n.
Support
clinicians with the management of patients suffering from drug and alcohol
dependencies
o.
Actively
signpost patients to the correct healthcare professional
Assist with QOF targets
In
addition to the primary responsibilities, the clinical pharmacist may be
requested to:
a. Partake in audit as
directed by the audit lead
b. Provide education on
medicines for the clinical team
c. Review the latest
guidance ensuring the practice conforms to NICE, CQC etc.
d. Act as the practice
point of contact for all medicines related matters, establishing positive
working relationships
e. Produce pharmacy /
prescribing newsletters or bulletins on a quarterly basis
f.
To
line manage the dispensary staff in accordance with current practice policy
g.
Contribute
information to help PCN, commissioners and local partners identify unmet needs
within the community and gaps in community provision.
Contribute to PCN work by carrying out a regular
confidence survey to community groups receiving referrals, to gauge their
capacity to contribute to and engage with service provision.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC Registered Pharmacist
Desirable
- GPhC Independent Prescriber Qualification
- Minor Ailments certification
- Medicines Management Qualification
- MUR and repeat dispensing certification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years working as a pharmacist
- Experience in managing pharmacy services in primary care
Desirable
- Broad knowledge of General Practice
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Problem solving & analytical skills
- Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
- EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC Registered Pharmacist
Desirable
- GPhC Independent Prescriber Qualification
- Minor Ailments certification
- Medicines Management Qualification
- MUR and repeat dispensing certification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years working as a pharmacist
- Experience in managing pharmacy services in primary care
Desirable
- Broad knowledge of General Practice
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Problem solving & analytical skills
- Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
- EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
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).
