Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join our friendly and forward-thinking team at Taunton Vale Healthcare.

We are a high-performing, innovative GP practice committed to continuous improvement, collaborative working, and delivering outstanding patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work across both clinical and operational areas within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

About the Role:

As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will work alongside GPs, nurses, and the wider team to support safe and effective medicines use and contribute to the delivery of long-term condition management, particularly in respiratory and chronic care. You will:

Conduct structured medication reviews in person, via telephone, or within care homes Be independent prescribing or actively working towards the qualification Provide expert clinical support for acute and repeat prescriptions, prescription queries, and medication safety Perform medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge and manage high-risk medicines Identify and support patients at risk from medicines-related harm Support practice compliance with CQC and public health initiatives Monitor prescribing practices against local and national guidelines including Somerset Formulary and NICE guidance Contribute to QOF and Enhanced Services performance Deliver education and training to the primary care team and supervise Foundation/IP Pharmacists Analyse prescribing data to inform quality improvement and service development initiatives Work collaboratively across community and hospital pharmacy to improve continuity of care and manage workload effectively

What We're Looking For:

GPhC-registered pharmacist with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience Experience in general practice or primary care desirable Independent Prescribing qualification (or committed to obtaining it) Strong knowledge of long-term conditions, particularly respiratory disease Confident in medicines optimisation, clinical audit, and service improvement Skilled in using clinical systems, data analysis tools, and working within QOF and DSQS frameworks Able to educate, mentor, and supervise junior pharmacists or students Passionate about improving patient care, reducing medicines-related risk, and shaping the future of pharmacy in general practice

Why Join Us?

At Taunton Vale Healthcare, you'll be part of a team that values initiative, clinical excellence, and innovation. We are proud of our outstanding QOF performance and supportive culture. You will have opportunities for leadership, further training, and involvement in shaping new services.

Supportive and inclusive team environment Opportunities for clinical leadership and service innovation Ongoing CPD and support with independent prescribing Varied and autonomous role
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 22.00-28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Clinical Pharmacist