Clinical Pharmacist

The successful candidate will undertake structured medication reviews for patients, including those with polypharmacy and long-term conditions, and will review, authorise and manage routine repeat prescriptions in line with practice procedures and prescribing guidance. They will support medicines optimisation and prescribing safety across the practice, identify and manage medication-related risks, and ensure appropriate monitoring is undertaken. The successful candidate will respond to medicines-related queries from GPs, nurses and other members of the practice team, providing clinical advice and support regarding medicines and treatment options. They will work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to improve patient care and outcomes, support safe, effective and cost-effective prescribing, maintain accurate clinical records and work in accordance with professional and practice standards. The role will also contribute to the ongoing development of medicines management and optimisation within the practice.

Willow Wood Surgery is looking for an experienced, knowledgeable and confident Clinical/Practice Pharmacist to join our friendly and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist with significant clinical experience who is confident working autonomously and managing their own workload. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting safe, effective and evidence-based use of medicines across the practice.

We are open to applications from Band 6 pharmacists upwards, depending on experience and skills.

Although the role involves autonomous working, our GPs will always be available for support and advice when required.

Willow Wood Surgery is a friendly and welcoming GP practice serving a registered patient population of just over 7,400 patients. Our practice is led by two GP Partners and supported by a friendly multidisciplinary team of approximately 22 staff, who work closely together to provide high-quality, patient-centred care.

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment where every member of the team is valued and encouraged to contribute their knowledge, skills and ideas. We are committed to providing safe, effective and evidence-based care while continually looking for ways to improve the services we offer to our patients.

Our team works collaboratively to support patients across a wide range of acute and long-term health needs, with a strong focus on continuity of care, prevention, medicines optimisation and achieving positive patient outcomes.

We welcome new ideas and encourage our staff to develop their skills and expertise within their roles. Joining Willow Wood Surgery offers the opportunity to become part of a close-knit team where you will be supported by experienced colleagues and have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the health and wellbeing of our local community.

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