NhsJobs Newcastle

The Role

As a Clinical Pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.

Main duties of the job

• As a clinical pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.

• Resolve medication-related queries

• Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs

• Medication reviews

• Help to utilise skill mix

• Improve patient outcomes

• Ensure better access to healthcare

• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries

• Medicine reconciliation and review post-discharge

• Conduct medical related audits and work on service improvement with the practice

• Provide expert advice on medications to other clinicians and patients

• Deliver clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement

• Ensure appropriate and efficient use of medication

• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention

• An understanding of QOF, CQC and local incentive scheme workstream

• Create and follow clinical pharmacy programme according to practice policy

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care

• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration

• Independent prescribing qualification

• Experience with EMIS or System 1

• CPPE Pathway complete or proof of exemption

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

The Role

As a Clinical Pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.

Main duties of the job

• As a clinical pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.

• Resolve medication-related queries

• Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs

• Medication reviews

• Help to utilise skill mix

• Improve patient outcomes

• Ensure better access to healthcare

• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries

• Medicine reconciliation and review post-discharge

• Conduct medical related audits and work on service improvement with the practice

• Provide expert advice on medications to other clinicians and patients

• Deliver clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement

• Ensure appropriate and efficient use of medication

• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention

• An understanding of QOF, CQC and local incentive scheme workstream

• Create and follow clinical pharmacy programme according to practice policy

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care

• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration

• Independent prescribing qualification

• Experience with EMIS or System 1

• CPPE Pathway complete or proof of exemption

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What is the salary for this clinical pharmacist role in Newcastle?

The advertised salary for this clinical pharmacist role at The Pharmacist Network is Negotiable (per hour). Typical clinical pharmacist pay in Newcastle varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

Does The Pharmacist Network have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?

Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 11 open pharmacy vacancies from The Pharmacist Network across the UK. Browse all The Pharmacist Network roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.

How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Newcastle?

PharmSee is currently tracking 7 active pharmacy vacancies in Newcastle across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Newcastle pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

How do I apply for this role?

Applications are handled directly by the employer via NhsJobs. Use the Apply button above — you will be taken to the original listing to complete your application. PharmSee is not involved in the hiring decision.