PCN Clinical Pharmacist
Posted 11 days 8 hours ago by NHS
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Sussex, Bognor Regis, United Kingdom, PO211
Job Description
Are you a passionate Clinical Pharmacist ready to take the next step in your career? Join our dynamic and forward-thinking Primary Care Network and help shape the future of patient care.
This is a truly rewarding opportunity to play a central role in transforming how we support our community. Youll be working at the heart of our multidisciplinary team, helping to optimise medication, deliver personalised care, and improve outcomes for patients with long-term conditions. From structured medication reviews and medicines reconciliation to managing complex polypharmacy and supporting vulnerable groups such as elderly patients and care home residents, youll make a meaningful difference every day.
Were proud to offer a supportive, progressive environment where your expertise will be valued and your development prioritised. Youll benefit from close collaboration with experienced Clinical Pharmacists and GPs, access to regular training and reflective practice, and opportunities to contribute to innovative service development across the PCN.
If youre driven by quality, committed to patient-centred care, and excited by the prospect of shaping pharmacy services within a collaborative and ambitious network, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job TheClinical Pharmacist will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, accessiblehealthcare across the PCN by supporting medication optimisation, enhancingpharmacy operations, and helping to reduce the workload of GPs and otherclinical staff.
Withestablished experience in General Practice, the post-holder will undertake awide range of responsibilities including patient-facing activities such asstructured medication reviews, medication management, addressing acutemedication queries, and supporting the care of patients with long-termconditions and complex polypharmacy. This will include a particular focus onelderly patients, care home residents, and individuals transitioning betweencare settings.
Workingclosely with the Lead Clinical Pharmacist, the post-holder will support thereview and improvement of pharmacy processes, conduct clinical audits, gatherand analyse relevant data, and contribute to meeting Practice and PCN targets,including QOF and IIF. Their input will play a key role in enhancing clinicaleffectiveness and the overall quality of patient care.
Ongoingprofessional development will be actively supported through regular engagementwith Practice Clinical Leads, collaboration with the wider practice teams, andparticipation in dedicated pharmacy meetings, learning sessions, and reflectivepractice to foster both individual growth and team development.
About us Bognor Coastal Alliance PCN is a vibrant and forward-thinking Primary Care Network made up of three practices, Grove House Surgery, Maywood Healthcare Centre, and West Meads Surgery, serving a diverse population of 38,000 patients.
We are proud to be a proactive, innovative, and caring organisation, placing patients and high-quality service delivery at the centre of everything we do. Our approach is rooted in collaboration, compassion, and continuous improvement, both in the care we provide and in the way we support and develop our teams.
We actively encourage new ideas, professional growth, and service innovation, creating a positive and empowering environment where staff are supported to thrive, and patient outcomes are continuously enhanced.
Job summary Are you a passionate Clinical Pharmacist ready to take the next step in your career? Join our dynamic and forward-thinking Primary Care Network and help shape the future of patient care.
This is a truly rewarding opportunity to play a central role in transforming how we support our community. Youll be working at the heart of our multidisciplinary team, helping to optimise medication, deliver personalised care, and improve outcomes for patients with long-term conditions. From structured medication reviews and medicines reconciliation to managing complex polypharmacy and supporting vulnerable groups such as elderly patients and care home residents, youll make a meaningful difference every day.
Were proud to offer a supportive, progressive environment where your expertise will be valued and your development prioritised. Youll benefit from close collaboration with experienced Clinical Pharmacists and GPs, access to regular training and reflective practice, and opportunities to contribute to innovative service development across the PCN.
If youre driven by quality, committed to patient-centred care, and excited by the prospect of shaping pharmacy services within a collaborative and ambitious network, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job TheClinical Pharmacist will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, accessiblehealthcare across the PCN by supporting medication optimisation, enhancingpharmacy operations, and helping to reduce the workload of GPs and otherclinical staff.
Withestablished experience in General Practice, the post-holder will undertake awide range of responsibilities including patient-facing activities such asstructured medication reviews, medication management, addressing acutemedication queries, and supporting the care of patients with long-termconditions and complex polypharmacy. This will include a particular focus onelderly patients, care home residents, and individuals transitioning betweencare settings.
Workingclosely with the Lead Clinical Pharmacist, the post-holder will support thereview and improvement of pharmacy processes, conduct clinical audits, gatherand analyse relevant data, and contribute to meeting Practice and PCN targets,including QOF and IIF. Their input will play a key role in enhancing clinicaleffectiveness and the overall quality of patient care.
Ongoingprofessional development will be actively supported through regular engagementwith Practice Clinical Leads, collaboration with the wider practice teams, andparticipation in dedicated pharmacy meetings, learning sessions, and reflectivepractice to foster both individual growth and team development.
About us Bognor Coastal Alliance PCN is a vibrant and forward-thinking Primary Care Network made up of three practices, Grove House Surgery, Maywood Healthcare Centre, and West Meads Surgery, serving a diverse population of 38,000 patients.
We are proud to be a proactive, innovative, and caring organisation, placing patients and high-quality service delivery at the centre of everything we do. Our approach is rooted in collaboration, compassion, and continuous improvement, both in the care we provide and in the way we support and develop our teams.
We actively encourage new ideas, professional growth, and service innovation, creating a positive and empowering environment where staff are supported to thrive, and patient outcomes are continuously enhanced.
Our Vision: To be the most respected Primary Care provider in the UK.
Our Mission:
This is a truly rewarding opportunity to play a central role in transforming how we support our community. Youll be working at the heart of our multidisciplinary team, helping to optimise medication, deliver personalised care, and improve outcomes for patients with long-term conditions. From structured medication reviews and medicines reconciliation to managing complex polypharmacy and supporting vulnerable groups such as elderly patients and care home residents, youll make a meaningful difference every day.
Were proud to offer a supportive, progressive environment where your expertise will be valued and your development prioritised. Youll benefit from close collaboration with experienced Clinical Pharmacists and GPs, access to regular training and reflective practice, and opportunities to contribute to innovative service development across the PCN.
If youre driven by quality, committed to patient-centred care, and excited by the prospect of shaping pharmacy services within a collaborative and ambitious network, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job TheClinical Pharmacist will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, accessiblehealthcare across the PCN by supporting medication optimisation, enhancingpharmacy operations, and helping to reduce the workload of GPs and otherclinical staff.
Withestablished experience in General Practice, the post-holder will undertake awide range of responsibilities including patient-facing activities such asstructured medication reviews, medication management, addressing acutemedication queries, and supporting the care of patients with long-termconditions and complex polypharmacy. This will include a particular focus onelderly patients, care home residents, and individuals transitioning betweencare settings.
Workingclosely with the Lead Clinical Pharmacist, the post-holder will support thereview and improvement of pharmacy processes, conduct clinical audits, gatherand analyse relevant data, and contribute to meeting Practice and PCN targets,including QOF and IIF. Their input will play a key role in enhancing clinicaleffectiveness and the overall quality of patient care.
Ongoingprofessional development will be actively supported through regular engagementwith Practice Clinical Leads, collaboration with the wider practice teams, andparticipation in dedicated pharmacy meetings, learning sessions, and reflectivepractice to foster both individual growth and team development.
About us Bognor Coastal Alliance PCN is a vibrant and forward-thinking Primary Care Network made up of three practices, Grove House Surgery, Maywood Healthcare Centre, and West Meads Surgery, serving a diverse population of 38,000 patients.
We are proud to be a proactive, innovative, and caring organisation, placing patients and high-quality service delivery at the centre of everything we do. Our approach is rooted in collaboration, compassion, and continuous improvement, both in the care we provide and in the way we support and develop our teams.
We actively encourage new ideas, professional growth, and service innovation, creating a positive and empowering environment where staff are supported to thrive, and patient outcomes are continuously enhanced.
Job summary Are you a passionate Clinical Pharmacist ready to take the next step in your career? Join our dynamic and forward-thinking Primary Care Network and help shape the future of patient care.
This is a truly rewarding opportunity to play a central role in transforming how we support our community. Youll be working at the heart of our multidisciplinary team, helping to optimise medication, deliver personalised care, and improve outcomes for patients with long-term conditions. From structured medication reviews and medicines reconciliation to managing complex polypharmacy and supporting vulnerable groups such as elderly patients and care home residents, youll make a meaningful difference every day.
Were proud to offer a supportive, progressive environment where your expertise will be valued and your development prioritised. Youll benefit from close collaboration with experienced Clinical Pharmacists and GPs, access to regular training and reflective practice, and opportunities to contribute to innovative service development across the PCN.
If youre driven by quality, committed to patient-centred care, and excited by the prospect of shaping pharmacy services within a collaborative and ambitious network, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job TheClinical Pharmacist will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, accessiblehealthcare across the PCN by supporting medication optimisation, enhancingpharmacy operations, and helping to reduce the workload of GPs and otherclinical staff.
Withestablished experience in General Practice, the post-holder will undertake awide range of responsibilities including patient-facing activities such asstructured medication reviews, medication management, addressing acutemedication queries, and supporting the care of patients with long-termconditions and complex polypharmacy. This will include a particular focus onelderly patients, care home residents, and individuals transitioning betweencare settings.
Workingclosely with the Lead Clinical Pharmacist, the post-holder will support thereview and improvement of pharmacy processes, conduct clinical audits, gatherand analyse relevant data, and contribute to meeting Practice and PCN targets,including QOF and IIF. Their input will play a key role in enhancing clinicaleffectiveness and the overall quality of patient care.
Ongoingprofessional development will be actively supported through regular engagementwith Practice Clinical Leads, collaboration with the wider practice teams, andparticipation in dedicated pharmacy meetings, learning sessions, and reflectivepractice to foster both individual growth and team development.
About us Bognor Coastal Alliance PCN is a vibrant and forward-thinking Primary Care Network made up of three practices, Grove House Surgery, Maywood Healthcare Centre, and West Meads Surgery, serving a diverse population of 38,000 patients.
We are proud to be a proactive, innovative, and caring organisation, placing patients and high-quality service delivery at the centre of everything we do. Our approach is rooted in collaboration, compassion, and continuous improvement, both in the care we provide and in the way we support and develop our teams.
We actively encourage new ideas, professional growth, and service innovation, creating a positive and empowering environment where staff are supported to thrive, and patient outcomes are continuously enhanced.
Our Vision: To be the most respected Primary Care provider in the UK.
Our Mission:
- Building better services to meet the needs of our patients and commissioners
- Creating a united, strong, and financially viable organisation
- Always caring for our patients and our people
- Clinical Duties
- Work to provide patient centred care through expert medicine knowledge to clinicallyassess and treat patients
- Conduct structured medication reviews (SMRs), particularly for patients with complex needs,polypharmacy, frailty, or multiple long-term conditions
- Manage and support chronic disease care, including hypertension, diabetes, COPD, asthma,and other long term conditions, in line with current guidelines
- Focus care on high priority groups such as frail patients, those in Care Homes orHousebound, with multiple comorbidities, learning disabilities, or autism
- Receiveand resolve medicines queries from patients and colleagues
- Deliver patient-facing and remote consultations, including medication counselling and healthpromotion
- Facilitate safe transfer of care by addressing medicines-related issuespost-discharge and developing effective processes between hospitals and GeneralPractice
- Provide clinical guidance and recommendations to Pharmacy and Practice teams to supportprescribing, medication optimisation, and address public health and social careneeds
- Support and respond to medicine-related queries from clinical staff, patients, carers, and otherprofessionals
- Utilise SMRs to reduce medicine waste and promote self-care where appropriate
- Ensure compliance with CQC standards and operate in accordance with national and localguidelines
- Undertake and contribute to clinical audits for quality improvement and implement changes inpractice where needed
- Assist in developing or refining procedures to improve clinical safety and operationalefficiency
- Analyse data to identify and reduce healthinequalities within the PCN population
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge and comply with legal, ethical, professional, andorganisational policies, procedures, and codes of conduct
- Action MHRA alerts as required to ensure medication safety and compliance
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