Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

3 weeks ago

Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom Medway Rainham Primary Care Network Full time

Position Overview

An exceptional opportunity is available for a qualified Pharmacist to join our team as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist within a Primary Care Network (PCN).

This role is centered in practice, where the successful candidate will collaborate with multiple practices, concentrating on elderly patients experiencing frailty (multi-morbidity) and individuals with chronic conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, asthma/COPD, and diabetes. The ideal candidate will also assist practices in enhancing the management of atrial fibrillation through suitable anticoagulation, monitoring high-risk medications, and ensuring prescribing safety in accordance with the latest GP contract guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will function as part of a multidisciplinary team in a patient-facing capacity, taking charge of chronic disease management within the practices and conducting clinical medication reviews to effectively manage patients with complex medication regimens. They will also serve as the primary resource for general practice staff regarding prescription and medication inquiries.

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will be expected to cultivate strong working relationships both internally and externally to uphold the high standards that the practice strives to achieve. In return, the successful candidate will be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact on patient care while fostering professional development.

About Our Organization

Welcome to Medway Rainham Primary Care Network, a collaborative network of 8 GP practices established to enhance patient care through shared best practices since July 2019.

Our mission is to implement meaningful changes collectively to improve the quality of care provided to our patients.

This organization aims to coordinate activities around patient groups requiring ongoing care while continuing to deliver standard GP services. We are committed to focusing on population health and supporting preventive initiatives, including vaccination programs.

Role Responsibilities

  • Conduct patient-facing clinics for long-term condition management.
  • Evaluate patients with single or multiple medical issues requiring medication optimization (e.g., COPD, asthma).
  • Review the necessity of each medication, monitoring requirements, and assist patients in optimizing their medication use.
  • Provide recommendations to Senior Pharmacists or GPs for medication improvements.
  • Perform clinical medication reviews with patients and provide recommendations to senior clinical pharmacists, nurses, or GPs on prescribing and monitoring.
  • Collaborate with care home staff to enhance the safety of medication ordering and administration.
  • Manage common/minor ailments within the scope of practice.
  • Offer telephone support for patients with medication-related queries.
  • Analyze and present medication data to highlight issues and support decision-making.
  • Engage in quality improvement initiatives and implement changes based on national guidelines.

The role is essential for enhancing the quality of care and operational efficiency, requiring a motivated individual passionate about delivering exceptional service within the primary care setting.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
  • In-depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent.

  • Future Clinical Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom Ribbons and Reeves Limited Full time

    Future Clinical Psychologist | Havering Are you a graduate in Psychology seeking to gain practical experience with vulnerable children? Are you a Future Clinical Psychologist motivated to advance your career? If so, Ribbons & Reeves are collaborating with a reputable Primary School in Rainham that is looking for a Future Clinical Psychologist to assist...

  • Clinical Skills Facilitator

    4 days ago

    Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom Medway Community Healthcare Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Skills Facilitator to join our team at Medway Community Healthcare. As a Clinical Skills Facilitator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the development and maintenance of clinical skills within our Neighbourhood Nursing Teams.Main ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the Practice...

  • Clinical Skills Facilitator

    3 days ago

    Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom Medway Community Healthcare Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Skills Facilitator to join our team at Medway Community Healthcare. As a Clinical Skills Facilitator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the development and maintenance of clinical skills within our Neighbourhood Nursing Teams.Main ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the Practice...

  • Specialist Podiatrist

    1 week ago

    Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom NELFT North East London Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Podiatrist to join our Diabetes Foot Protection Service team at NELFT North East London Foundation Trust. As a Specialist Podiatrist, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients with diabetic foot problems.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide evidence-based comprehensive...

  • Children's Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom Active Care Group Full time

    Active Care Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Support Worker to join our team in providing exceptional care to a young client with complex health needs within their family home. As a Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and development of our client. Your responsibilities will encompass...

  • Aspiring Child Psychologist

    23 hours ago

    Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom Ribbons and Reeves Limited Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a Psychology Graduate to join our team as an Aspiring Child Psychologist in Havering. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience working with vulnerable children and support your long-term career goals in Clinical or Educational Psychology.Key Responsibilities:Support the wellbeing and safeguarding of all...

  • Aspiring Child Psychologist

    20 hours ago

    Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom Ribbons and Reeves Limited Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a Psychology Graduate to join our team as an Aspiring Child Psychologist in Havering. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience working with vulnerable children and support your long-term career goals in Clinical or Educational Psychology.Key Responsibilities:Support the wellbeing and safeguarding of all...

  • Aspiring Psychologist

    2 months ago

    Rainham, Greater London, United Kingdom RIBBONS AND REEVES Full time

    Aspiring Psychologist | Havering Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain experience working with vulnerable children? Are you an Aspiring Psychologist eager to kickstart their career? If so, Ribbons & Reeves are working with a great Primary School in Rainham who are seeking an Aspiring Psychologist to support their learners with additional needs in a...

  • PCN Clinical Pharmacist

    1 month ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Medway Rainham Primary Care Network Full time

    Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a prescribing Pharmacist to apply to become a Clinical Pharmacist working as an integral part of the team within a PCN. The role is practice based and the successful applicants will work with groups of practices, focusing on older people with frailty (multi-morbidity) and patients with long term...

  • Social Prescriber Link Worker

    5 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Medway Rainham Primary Care Network Full time

    Take referrals from the PCNs Core Network Practices and from a wide range of agencies, including pharmacies, health and care multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs), the emergency services, legal and welfare advice services, VCSE organisations, and through self-referrals (list not exhaustive). Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to...

  • Specialist Podiatrist

    2 weeks ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom NELFT North East London Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summaryBand 6 Specialist PodiatristsDiabetes Foot Protection ServiceAre you a qualified podiatrist looking for an exciting new role?We are recruiting podiatrists with an interest in Diabetic foot protection at various levels (from bands 5-7). We are looking for clinical staff who are passionate about the care they give to patients and who want to make a...

  • Dental Receptionist

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Portman Dentex Full time

    About the role and practice If you're a Receptionist looking for a rewarding role in a friendly and professional environment, look no further than Portman Smile Clinic in Rainham, Kent. - Part-time hours available, 27 hours over 3 days - Typical shifts are Monday 8am to 5pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, Wednesday 8am to 5pm - Convenient location and free on-site...

  • Dental Receptionist

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Rainham - Portman Smile Clinic Rainham Full time

    **Job Description** About the role and practice** If you're a Receptionist looking for a rewarding role in a friendly and professional environment, look no further than **Portman Smile Clinic** in **Rainham, Kent**. - ** Part-time hours available, 27 hours over 3 days**: - ** Typical shifts are Monday 8am to 5pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, Wednesday 8am to...

  • Support Worker

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Clinical Employment Services Ltd Full time

    We are currently recruiting for a support worker for a supported living service based in Barnet. You would be working with a young gentleman between the ages of 18 - 25 with autism and learning disabilities, escorting then to and from venue;'s safeguarding at alll time Due to the client and nature of the role an eastern European staff member would be...

  • Dental Receptionist

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Rainham - Portman Smile Clinic Rainham Full time

    **Job Description** About the role and practice** If you're a Receptionist looking for a rewarding role in a friendly and professional environment, look no further than **Portman Smile Clinic** in **Rainham, Kent**. - ** Part-time hours available, 19 hours per week over 2 days**: - ** Typical shifts are Thursday 08:00-20:00 & Friday 08:00-16:30**: - **...

  • Resuscitation Officer

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom NELFT NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual as a Resuscitation Officer working as part of the Clinical Effectiveness Team across NELFT. The post holder will support all aspects of resuscitation practice such as the management of the deteriorating patient, the effectiveness of DNACPR orders and training across...

  • Dental Receptionist

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Rainham - Portman Smile Clinic Rainham Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time **Dental Receptionist** to join our **Portman Smile Clinic, Rainham.** Located a minute's walk from **Rainham High Street, Portman Smile Clinic** are your Specialist Orthodontist in Rainham and our clinic is easily accessible by car, rail or bus. Both the train station and bus stop are just a 10 minutes’...

  • Dental Receptionist

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Rainham - Portman Smile Clinic Rainham Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time **Dental Receptionist** to join our **Portman Smile Clinic, Rainham.** Located a minute's walk from **Rainham High Street, Portman Smile Clinic** are your Specialist Orthodontist in Rainham and our clinic is easily accessible by car, rail or bus. Both the train station and bus stop are just a 10 minutes’...

  • Dental Receptionist

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Portman Dental Care Full time

    **Job Description**: We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time **Dental Receptionist** to join our **Portman Smile Clinic, Rainham.** Located a minute's walk from Rainham High Street, Portman Smile Clinic are your Specialist Orthodontist in Rainham and our clinic is easily accessible by car, rail or bus. Both the train station and bus stop are just a...

  • Treatment Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Rainham - Portman Smile Clinic Rainham Full time

    **Job Description**: We have a rare and exciting for a **Part Time** **Treatment Coordinator **to join our team at** **our** Portman Smile Clinic** in **Rainham**. Located a minute's walk from Rainham High Street, Portman Smile Clinic are your Specialist Orthodontist in Rainham and our clinic is easily accessible by car, rail or bus. Both the train station...

  • Childrens Support Worker

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Active Care Group Full time

    Are you looking for a part time role, for evenings (3pm-7pm)? Would you love a rewarding role, supporting a child with complex health needs in their family home? Come and join one of the UK's largest provider of complex care.  Within the Care in the Home division, we support children with complex health needs to live at home with their families....

  • Receptionist

    1 week ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom Long Catlis Road Surgery Full time

    Job summary Long Catlis Road Surgery are currently seeking an enthusiastic part time Receptionist to join our friendly and hardworking team. Hours: 20 hours over 4 days as week. Hours may include 8am start or a 6pm finish Successful candidates will need to have experience in working in GP Reception and be a team player with the ability to...

  • Podiatrists - Diabetes Foot Protection Service

    3 months ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom NELFT NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London, Essex, Kent and Medway. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The...

  • Director of Psychological Professions

    1 month ago

    Rainham, United Kingdom NELFT NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London, Essex, Kent and Medway. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The...