Clinical Pharmacist
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, SW1W 8NA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A3959-26-0000 |
Summary
Job Purpose The Primary Care Clinical Pharmacist will play a key role in supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred medicines optimisation within general practice. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to medication management, structured long-term condition reviews, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives, supporting improved patient outcomes and prescribing safety. Main Duties and Responsibilities Work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary primary care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred medicines optimisation services. Undertake structured medication reviews, including for patients with long-term conditions, polypharmacy, frailty, and high-risk medicines, in line with national and local guidance. Support the management of long-term conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and cardiovascular disease, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based prescribing. Identify and resolve medicines-related issues, including adverse drug reactions, interactions, non-adherence, and inappropriate prescribing. Provide clinical advice and support to GPs, nursing staff, and other members of the practice team on medicines management and prescribing queries. Implement and support medicines optimisation initiatives in line with NICE guidance, local formularies, and ICB policies. Contribute to the delivery of clinical audits, quality improvement projects, and prescribing reviews to support safe and effective practice. Support prescribing safety activities, including high-risk drug monitoring, medicines safety alerts, and recall processes. Liaise with community pharmacies, secondary care, and other external services to ensure continuity of care following hospital discharge and outpatient appointments. Support repeat prescribing processes, ensuring timely, safe, and appropriate authorisation in line with practice protocols. Promote cost-effective prescribing and support achievement of local prescribing targets where appropriate. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards and information governance requirements. Participate in clinical meetings, training sessions, and multidisciplinary discussions as required. Maintain and develop clinical knowledge and competencies through continuing professional development and mandatory training. About the Organisation Belgrave Medical Centre is a well-established, patient-centred GP practice committed to delivering high-quality, safe, and compassionate primary care to its local population. We take pride in providing accessible and responsive services tailored to the needs of our diverse community. Our ethos is built on collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement. We work as a cohesive multidisciplinary team, valuing the contribution of every staff member and recognising the importance of shared learning and professional development. We are committed to evidence-based practice, clinical excellence, and a proactive approach to long-term condition management and medicines optimisation. Belgrave Medical Centre is a supportive and inclusive workplace where staff wellbeing is actively encouraged. We promote open communication, reflective practice, and mutual support, enabling our teams to deliver the best possible care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We are proud to invest in our workforce and support ongoing training, development, and career progression within primary care. Professional Responsibilities Comply with all practice policies and procedures, including clinical governance, safeguarding, infection prevention and control, and health and safety. Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and adhere to professional standards of practice. Work within the scope of competence and escalate clinical concerns appropriately. Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in line with NHS values.