Community Pharmacist

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST JOB DESCRIPTION Post title:Community Pharmacist for Independent Community Pharmacy within a GP Hybrid Set-up Reports to: Superintendent Pharmacist Hours: 30 hours a week Salary:£35000-£42000 depending on experience Upto 10 percent performance related bonus Contract type: Permanent (first six months probationary) Notice period: 12 weeks Annual leave:Five weeks and bank holidays, pro rata per year Benefits: Monday Friday working (no weekends), predictable hours Independent pharmacy integrated with GP practice Supportive primary care environment Opportunity to develop NHS and private services Dedicated pharmacy consulting room Staff discount in pharmacy shop Free carparking GphC fees and indemnity reimbursed Workplace Pension Job Summary Are you a pharmacist who is passionate about delivering excellent patient care and looking for a new challenge within a supportive and friendly team? We are seeking a passionate and patient-focused Pharmacist to join our innovative Hybrid Pharmacy within Downland Practice. You will work in conjunction with our Superintendent Pharmacist, experienced dispensary team and be supported by our full-time Hybrid Pharmacy Manager. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential and advanced pharmacy services, contribute to service development, and deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative primary care setting. Independent Prescribers are welcome but not essential. An initial informal visit or discussion would be most welcome. Please contact [email protected] About the Downland Hybrid Pharmacy Downland Practice is a thriving rural GP practice covering 140 square miles of the Berkshire Downs. Our main site, with an attached Hybrid Pharmacy, is located just 5 minutes from the A34/M4 Chieveley junction in a spacious, purpose-built surgery and pharmacy. We also have a branch surgery 15 minutes away in the picturesque village of Compton, featuring a newly refurbished dispensary, consulting rooms, and office space. Our practice dispenses to over 80% of our 11,500 patients, issuing around 14,000 items per month, with a further 2,800 items per month dispensed to non-dispensing patients and those from further afield who choose our service. OTC and P-line products are available at our main site in Chieveley. Covering such a large rural area, it is vital that we continue to provide accessible medication services - there is no other pharmacy within 140 square miles. As a Hybrid Pharmacy, we offer comprehensive care to our patients, including blood pressure monitoring and New Medicine Services (NMS) at our main site, with the possibility to extend these services to our branch surgery. We maintain excellent relationships with local care facilities and schools, supplying acute medications, OTC products, and P-lines. Our pharmacy also delivers Pharmacy First, Hypertension, and Contraception services, with strong uptake from both our patients and the wider community. We are excited to be launching a Travel Service and expanding our private pharmacy offerings. Our patients are very supportive, and we pride ourselves on being a positive and collaborative work environment. ________________________________________ ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND EDUCATION M.Pharm or equivalent Qualified and Registered Pharmacist with GPhC Solid understanding of Pharmacy Laws and Regulations Knowledge of NHS pharmacy funding and strategies to achieve targets Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload Strong communication skills and clinical assessment within Pharmacy Services Proficient in using PharmaOutcomes, PQS, and monthly reporting Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Desirable Minimum 1 year post-registration experience Management experience, training, or qualifications Independent Prescribing qualification This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for disclosure to the DBS is required to check for any previous criminal convictions. ________________________________________ JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Pharmacy Services Deliver high-quality patient care in line with GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals Document, maintain, and communicate effective, safe working practices and SOPs Ensure safe supply and dispensing of medications via online platforms, private prescriptions, NHS services, and remote consultations Provide medication counselling, identify potential drug interactions, and liaise with prescribers to optimise drug safety and prescribing Collaborate with the Hybrid Pharmacy Manager and colleagues to optimise medication ordering and prevent shortages Manage and dispense private prescriptions as appropriate Perform controlled drug balance checks and dispensing Provide over-the-counter advice and guidance Follow SOPs and complete governance paperwork Advanced Pharmacy Services NMS, DMS, CPCS Pharmacy First Blood pressure checks, including 24-hour ambulatory monitoring Contraceptive services Flu and COVID vaccinations Services may be delivered to walk-in patients or via referral from Downland Practice care coordinators and healthcare professionals. Private Pharmacy Services Travel vaccination services Private prescriptions Private flu and COVID vaccinations Support development of additional private services Teamwork & Collaboration Work closely with the dispensary team to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective prescribing Support the Hybrid Pharmacy Manager in service delivery and workflow optimisation Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider healthcare team Administration Maintain prescription and controlled drug records in line with GPhC and legal requirements Liaise with dispensary and finance managers for stock and purchasing Report SEAs and near misses; action with learning feedback Maintain accurate patient medication records and document advice/action taken Professional Standards Respect patient confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately Promote health & safety and infection control for self and others Support equality, diversity, and inclusion in patient care and workplace conduct Maintain own professional development, participate in training and performance reviews Monitor and report quality, assess own performance, and contribute to team improvement