PCN Clinical Pharmacist
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Position Overview & Specifications
To be responsible for applying an effective medicine management system within the practice, 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 practice as well as manage the Pharmacy and prescription team.
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
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. 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. Actively signpost patients to the correct healthcare professional
o. Assist with QOF targets
Secondary Responsibilities
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
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £40,000.00-£45,978.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/03/2023
Reference ID: VICTORIAPCN
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for PCN Clinical Pharmacist roles across Victoria Primary Care Network's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £40,000 - £45,978 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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