Prescribing Pharmacist
| Posting date: | 31 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Hitchin, SG54HB |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A5985-26-0002 |
Summary
Larksfield and Arlesey Medical Partnership is seeking an experienced and motivated Prescribing Pharmacist to join our multidisciplinary primary care team. The post holder will play a key role in medicines optimisation, long-term condition management, and improving patient outcomes through high-quality clinical pharmacy services within general practice. The role will focus primarily on structured medication reviews, clinical communication reviews, and the management of hypertension and lipid conditions, working closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Key Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities Undertake structured medication reviews (SMRs), including for patients with complex needs and polypharmacy Conduct clinical communication reviews to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate prescribing Review and manage patients with hypertension and lipid disorders in line with local and national guidelines Independently prescribe where appropriate within scope of practice and competency Identify and manage medicines-related problems, including adverse drug reactions and non-adherence Provide medicines advice to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals Support safe prescribing and deprescribing initiatives Medicines Optimisation Promote cost-effective, evidence-based prescribing Support repeat prescribing processes and medication queries Work collaboratively with the wider practice and PCN team to improve prescribing quality and safety Contribute to the implementation of prescribing policies and guidelines Multidisciplinary Team Working Work closely with GPs, nurses, and allied health professionals to support patient care Participate in MDT meetings where appropriate Support continuity of care across the practice Quality, Governance and Safety Maintain accurate and timely clinical records Contribute to clinical audit, quality improvement, and service development Ensure compliance with practice policies, NICE guidance, and professional standards Support the management of prescribing risks and medicines safety alerts Professional Development Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Engage in continuous professional development and appraisal Work within professional competencies and scope of practice Confidentiality The post holder must maintain confidentiality at all times in line with GDPR, Caldicott principles, and practice policies. Health and Safety The post holder will comply with all practice health and safety policies and procedures and take reasonable care for their own safety and that of others. Equality and Diversity Larksfield and Arlesey Medical Partnership is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. The post holder is expected to uphold these values in all aspects of their work.