Job Description

The closing date is 10th Sep 2025

Job summary

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Are you passionate about improving cardiovascular health and making a tangible difference in people's lives? We are seeking a dedicated Lipid Practitioner to lead efforts in identifying, managing, and treating hyperlipidaemia-including Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH)-within primary care.


In this vital role, you will work closely with primary care teams and specialist lipid services to support early detection and effective management of patients at risk of or living with cardiovascular disease (CVD). Using your clinical expertise and leadership, you'll deliver seamless care, provide education and support to healthcare professionals, and contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives.


If you want to play a key part in reducing the impact of CVD across Somerset and thrive in a collaborative and innovative environment, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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As a Lipid Practitioner, you will proactively identify and manage patients at risk of or living with cardiovascular disease, focusing on hyperlipidaemia and Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH). You will search primary care databases, contact patients for intervention, provide counselling, treatment, and follow-up, referring to specialist lipid clinics when needed. You will ensure lipid management aligns with NICE guidelines and support primary care teams through education and training.


Your role includes maintaining accurate clinical records, coding consultations to meet Quality Outcomes Framework standards, and fostering strong working relationships between practices and specialist services. You will work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, promoting integrated care and effective communication.


You will also participate in audit, research, and quality improvement projects, contributing to service evaluation and development. Leadership responsibilities include planning daily tasks, responding to queries, and supporting continuous quality improvement. Finally, you'll help identify cost-saving opportunities related to medication management while upholding high standards of patient care and professional development.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For full details about the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Full current registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) or Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)


Registered independent prescriber




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Desirable

Masters degree or equivalent experience

Experience

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Essential

Community experience in pharmacy and or Nursing.


Experience of patient-orientated medicines systems.




#

Desirable

Supervisory or management experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Georgina Hallett


georgina.hallett@somersetft.nhs.uk


07768987594

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 7

Salary

47810.00 to 54710.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-Time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-3106

Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT