Clinical Pharmacist

Posting date:	26 August 2025
Salary:	£40,000 to £56,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	25 September 2025
Location:	BN17
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Purosearch
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-54579-20726

Summary

Clinical Pharmacist – GP Practice (Bognor Regis, South Coast)

A friendly, forward-thinking GP practice located in Bognor Regis, just a short walk from the sea, is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Clinical Pharmacist to join its multi-disciplinary team. The practice serves a diverse and growing patient population and prides itself on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

This role offers the chance to combine a relaxed coastal lifestyle with a rewarding clinical career in a supportive environment.

The Role

The Clinical Pharmacist will work closely with GPs, nurses, and healthcare professionals to deliver structured medication reviews, optimise prescribing, and improve patient safety. The post-holder will also support medicines optimisation initiatives, provide patient consultations, and, if qualified, manage prescribing within scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Conduct structured medication reviews, especially for patients with long-term conditions or polypharmacy.

  
  

• Support safe, effective, and evidence-based prescribing, including monitoring of high-risk medicines.

  
  

• Provide consultations (face-to-face, telephone, or video) for medicines-related issues.

  
  

• Promote deprescribing and reduce medication-related harm.

  
  

  Independent Prescribing (if qualified):

  • Prescribe within clinical competence and monitor treatment effectiveness.

    
    

  • Manage minor ailments and chronic disease reviews in line with protocols.

    
    

    Medicines Optimisation & Practice Support

    • Lead on audits, QOF, IIF, and prescribing incentive schemes.

      
      

    • Collaborate with community pharmacies, care homes, and NHS partners.

      
      

    • Advise on cost-effective prescribing aligned with NICE guidance and local formulary.

      
      

    • Educate patients on safe medication use and support adherence.

      
      

      Education & Development

      • Provide medicines-related training to practice staff.

        
        

      • Stay up to date with guidance and attend CPPE/PCN events.

        
        

      • Support and mentor pharmacy technicians where appropriate.

        
        

        About the Practice

        For over 50 years, this well-established surgery has been a trusted part of the Bognor Regis community. Combining decades of service with a modern, innovative approach, the practice consistently delivers patient-focused, high-quality care.

        • Location: Five minutes from the beach, in a spacious, accessible practice building.

          
          

        • Culture: A welcoming, approachable team dedicated to patient wellbeing.

          
          

        • Excellence: Regularly achieves high QOF results, reflecting commitment to best practice.

          
          

        • Collaboration: An active member of its Primary Care Network, working closely with local health and care providers to improve community outcomes.

          
          

          Candidate Requirements

          Essential:

          • GPhC-registered pharmacist (MPharm or equivalent).

            
            

          • Strong clinical knowledge, communication, and patient focus.

            
            

          • Experience in general practice, hospital, or community pharmacy.

            
            

          • Commitment to CPD and evidence-based practice.

            
            

          • Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway.

            
            

            Desirable:

            • Independent Prescribing qualification.

              
              

            • Experience with SystmOne and e-prescribing systems.

              
              

            • Familiarity with QOF, IIF, and NHS England frameworks.

              
              

              Benefits

              • Supportive, collaborative team environment.

                
                

              • Coastal lifestyle with excellent quality of life.

                
                

              • Flexible working options, including some remote working.

                
                

              • On-site parking.

                
                

              • Regular team lunches, social events, and wellbeing initiatives.

                
                

              • Strong commitment to professional development.
                
                Please call David on 02079527641 to discuss