Lead Clinical Pharmacist – Frome Medical Practice
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The Role
We are seeking a Lead Pharmacist to join our senior leadership team and elevate our Medicines Management Team. This role is instrumental in guiding our PCN through the pilot programme and shaping the future of patient-centred care in our community.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and strategy: Lead the development of our Medicines Management Team, creating and implementing a structured work plan that meets both Practice and PCN requirements in collaboration with the Senior Management Team.
Patient-centred care: Optimise care delivery for patients with long-term conditions, focusing on holistic, patient-centred approaches, prioritising safety, reducing medicines wastage, and implementing deprescribing initiatives.
Collaborative working: Work closely with our wider practice teams—including GPs, Nurses, and Health Connectors (social prescribing)—to provide comprehensive, integrated care. Build partnerships with local community pharmacies, secondary care, and community groups.
Team development: Mentor and develop a team of Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, fostering an environment of growth and learning. Support the apprenticeship and continued education of our pharmacy technician apprentice.
Quality improvement: Drive innovative practices to continuously improve patient outcomes, safety, and service efficiency. Explore and initiate new care pathways as part of the NHSE PCN Pilot Programme.
What we are looking for
Leadership skills: A dynamic leader with the vision and drive to advance our Medicines Management Team and inspire those around them.
Patient-focused approach: A strong understanding of holistic, patient-centred care and the principles of safe prescribing and deprescribing.
Collaboration & communication: Skilled in multidisciplinary teamwork, fostering a culture of collaboration across healthcare sectors.
Continuous improvement mindset: A passion for exploring innovative solutions in healthcare, aligned with our commitment to sustainability and patient care excellence.
Why join us?
Unique career development: As part of the NHSE PCN Pilot Programme, this role offers a rare opportunity to influence the future of primary care services.
Learning & growth: Frome Medical Practice is a learning-focused organisation, committed to professional development and education.
Supportive, collaborative environment: Work alongside a motivated, multi-disciplinary team in a facility co-located with adult mental health services, district nurses, and an independent pharmacy.
Sustainable healthcare: Be part of a nationally recognised team for sustainability, contributing to our Green Impact initiatives and developing care models with environmental responsibility in mind.
Relocation packages up to £8,000.00 may be available subject to ICB criteria and approval.
In our recent NHSE PCN Pilot survey we were the highest ranked PCN for "positive experience of working in Primary Care" across our whole team.
Benefits
NHS pension available
Free parking
NHS & local discounts
Cycle to work scheme
In-house training
Employee events
Free eye test vouchers
Essential qualifications and experience:
Qualifications:
Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent
Registered as a pharmacist with the pharmaceutical council (GPhC)
Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy prescribing or relevant clinical area
Independent prescriber qualification
Leadership or management training
Evidence of continuing professional development in medicines management
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience, ideally in primary care or a hospital setting
Demonstrable experience in leading a team, providing mentorship and managing multidisciplinary health care teams
Experience in implementing quality improvement initiatives ideally with an understanding of sustainable QI approaches
Skills in strategic planning and developing teams
Innovative approach to problem solving and the ability to optimise patient pathways and service delivery
Knowledge:
Awareness of how medicines management can contribute to more sustainable healthcare and reduce the NHS carbon footprint
Knowledge of Quality Improvement Framework and Impact and Investment Fund
Understanding of the integrated care system and cross sector collaboration
Personal qualities and skills:
Enthusiasm for innovation in patient care and service improvement
A passion for person centred holistic care
Excellent interpersonal skills – influencing, negotiating and communication (written and verbal) skills
A collaborative approach to team dynamics
Closing date for applications: Sunday 23 February 2025
Interview date: To be arranged with individual applicants
If you would like a informal discussion regarding the role, please complete an online enquiry form for the attention of the HR Team Form - Contact Us
To apply, send us your CV and covering letter
We reserve the right to close adverts early should we receive sufficient applications.
