Clinical Pharmacist – Primary Care Medicines Expert

West Suffolk Clinical Commissioning Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK seeks a full-time clinical pharmacist to join its multidisciplinary team in Bedford. The successful candidate will enhance patient care through managing medication, conducting reviews, and ensuring optimal drug therapy within GP practices. Ideal candidates should possess a pharmacy degree, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, and ideally hold independent prescriber status. A passion for patient-centered care and strong clinical skills are essential for supporting the needs of approximately 33,000 patients.

Qualifications

• Qualified pharmacist with strong experience within primary care.
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Understands and has experience as a pharmacist in GP practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide care autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.
• Manage long-term conditions ensuring medicines optimisation.
• Conduct structured medication reviews face-to-face and remotely.

Skills

Excellent clinical and medication knowledge

Inter-personal patient facing communication skills

Experience in medication reviews

Adaptability and flexibility

Problem-solving skills

Education

Completion of a degree in pharmacy

Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Independent prescriber status (ideally)

Job description

A healthcare organization in the UK seeks a full-time clinical pharmacist to join its multidisciplinary team in Bedford. The successful candidate will enhance patient care through managing medication, conducting reviews, and ensuring optimal drug therapy within GP practices. Ideal candidates should possess a pharmacy degree, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, and ideally hold independent prescriber status. A passion for patient-centered care and strong clinical skills are essential for supporting the needs of approximately 33,000 patients.