Clinical Pharmacist

Job responsibilities Medicines Safety and Governance Deliver safe, legal and effective medicines management in line with NHS requirements, organisational policies and local standard operating procedures. Interpret and apply medicines legislation, policies and clinical guidance in routine practice, escalating only high-risk or complex issues. Contribute to maintaining and improving clinical governance and medicines safety processes within the service. Clinical Practice and Prescription Management Undertake clinical screening and accuracy checking of prescriptions, using professional judgement to identify and resolve routine issues. Manage day-to-day prescribing queries within scope of practice, liaising with prescribers and escalating where appropriate. Ensure prescriptions are processed safely, efficiently and in line with legal and professional standards. Patient Care and Medicines Optimisation Provide patient-centred medicines advise, counselling and support to promote safe use, adherence and improved health outcomes. Build effective relationships with patients to support understanding of treatment and address routine concerns. Contribute to medicines optimisation initiatives within the service. Professional Practice and Development Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council and always uphold professional standards. Work independently within professional competence, seeking guidance for complex or high-risk situations. Engage in continuing professional development and training to maintain and enhance clinical knowledge and skills. Service Delivery and Team Coordination Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, to ensure effective service delivery. Coordinate day-to-day activities within own area of responsibility to maintain service continuity and quality. Support the implementation of service improvements and new ways of working.