Clinical Pharmacist
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Dr Mittal & Partners Clinical Pharmacist
The closing date is 04 December 2026
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic Clinical Pharmacist who is keen to develop their skills in primary care as part of our pharmacy team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Senior pharmacists, GPs and pharmacy technicians while developing expertise in medicines optimisation, long-term condition management and prescribing safety.
As an accredited learning environment with over 5 years experience in developing allied health professionals, we are committed to upskilling our workforce. We offer regular clinical supervision, mentorship and protected learning opportunities. You will be actively supported to develop specialist clinical interests and gain experience across a broad range of clinical areas, including: cardiovascular disease, diabetes, respiratory disease, frailty and medicines optimisation. With suitable experience, you will be supported to work towards an independent prescribing qualification.
Joining our team means becoming part of a culture that values innovation, continuous learning and excellence in patient care. You will have the opportunity to influence the future direction of pharmacy services within a thriving and ambitious practice, while helping to tackle health inequalities and support our population to live healthier lives for longer
Main duties of the job
As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will work with the pharmacy team to support medicines optimisation across the PCN. You will undertake structured medication reviews, support patients with long-term conditions, participate in prescribing safety initiatives and provide expert medicines advice to patients and colleagues. You will work closely with Senior Clinical Pharmacists to develop skills in long-term condition management, quality improvement and clinical leadership. You will also have the support of pharmacy technicians and a dedicated pharmacy administrator. If you have not already completed the CPPE PCEP course, you will be enrolled onto this shortly after joining us.
Key responsibilities include
Undertake medication reviews and structured medication reviews.
Support the management of patients with hypertension, hyperlipidaemia and other long-term conditions.
Support the achievement of QOF and prescribing quality scheme (PQS) targets.
Participate in audits and quality improvement, including patient safety alerts.
Participate in pharmacist-led duty clinics, responding to on-the-day medication queries.
Review high-risk medicines and monitoring requirements
Manage complex medication reconciliation post hospital discharge.
Provide medicines advice to patients and healthcare professionals.
Work closely with senior clinical pharmacists to develop specialist clinical knowledge.
About us
Reading Holybrook Primary Care Network (PCN) is a forward-thinking collaboration of 3 GP practices serving communities across Reading and the surrounding area. Together, we work to deliver high quality, accessible primary care and improved health outcomes for a diverse and growing population. Serving more than 35,000 patients, we bring together a multidisciplinary workforce including GPs, allied health professionals, treatment room clinicians, Social Prescribers and Care Co-ordinators to provide joined-up, person-centred care.
As a PCN, we are committed to innovation, continuous improvement and collaborative working. We work closely with our member practices, community services, local authorities and voluntary sector partners to reduce health inequalities, improve patient experience and support the long-term health and wellbeing of our population.
Based in Reading, our network offers a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to develop their skills, contribute new ideas and make a meaningful difference to the communities we serve. Whether delivering frontline services or supporting operational excellence, every role within Reading Holybrook PCN plays an important part in improving patient care and shaping the future of primary care.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£40,000 to £48,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
A0767-26-0011
Job locations
50 Milman Road
Reading
RG2 0AR
United Kingdom
Broad Street Health Centre
Broad Street Mall
READING
RG1 7QA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the role
As a clinical pharmacist, you will work with the pharmacy team to support medicines optimisation across the PCN. You will undertake structured medication reviews, support patients with long-term conditions, participate in prescribing safety initiatives and provide expert medicines advice to patients and colleagues. You will work closely with Senior Clinical Pharmacists to develop skills in long-term condition management, quality improvement and clinical leadership. You will also have the support of pharmacy technicians and a dedicated pharmacy administrator. If you have not already completed the CPPE PCEP course, you will be enrolled onto this shortly after joining us.
Key responsibilities include
Undertake medication reviews and structured medication reviews.
Support the management of patients with hypertension, hyperlipidaemia and other long-term conditions.
Support the achievement of QOF and prescribing quality scheme (PQS) targets.
Participate in audits and quality improvement, including patient safety alerts.
Participate in pharmacist-led duty clinics, responding to on-the-day medication queries.
Review high-risk medicines and monitoring requirements
Manage complex medication reconciliation post hospital discharge.
Provide medicines advice to patients and healthcare professionals.
Work closely with senior clinical pharmacists to develop specialist clinical knowledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the role
As a clinical pharmacist, you will work with the pharmacy team to support medicines optimisation across the PCN. You will undertake structured medication reviews, support patients with long-term conditions, participate in prescribing safety initiatives and provide expert medicines advice to patients and colleagues. You will work closely with Senior Clinical Pharmacists to develop skills in long-term condition management, quality improvement and clinical leadership. You will also have the support of pharmacy technicians and a dedicated pharmacy administrator. If you have not already completed the CPPE PCEP course, you will be enrolled onto this shortly after joining us.
Key responsibilities include
Undertake medication reviews and structured medication reviews.
Support the management of patients with hypertension, hyperlipidaemia and other long-term conditions.
Support the achievement of QOF and prescribing quality scheme (PQS) targets.
Participate in audits and quality improvement, including patient safety alerts.
Participate in pharmacist-led duty clinics, responding to on-the-day medication queries.
Review high-risk medicines and monitoring requirements
Manage complex medication reconciliation post hospital discharge.
Provide medicines advice to patients and healthcare professionals.
Work closely with senior clinical pharmacists to develop specialist clinical knowledge.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC registered pharmacist
- Understanding of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to professional development.
Desirable
- Experience working in primary care
- Completion or undertaking the CPPE PCEP course.
- Experience conducting medication reviews
- Postgraduate Diploma in clinical pharmacy.
- Experience using EMIS Web and Docman.
- Experience undertaking clinical audits and quality improvement projects.
- Experience supporting patients with long term conditions.
- Interest in developing a specialist clinical area.
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC registered pharmacist
- Understanding of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to professional development.
Desirable
- Experience working in primary care
- Completion or undertaking the CPPE PCEP course.
- Experience conducting medication reviews
- Postgraduate Diploma in clinical pharmacy.
- Experience using EMIS Web and Docman.
- Experience undertaking clinical audits and quality improvement projects.
- Experience supporting patients with long term conditions.
- Interest in developing a specialist clinical area.
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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Dr Mittal & Partners
Address
50 Milman Road
Reading
RG2 0AR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.milmanroadhealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dr Mittal & Partners
Address
50 Milman Road
Reading
RG2 0AR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.milmanroadhealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Clinical Pharmacist
Sarina Saundh
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£40,000 to £48,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
A0767-26-0011
Job locations
50 Milman Road
Reading
RG2 0AR
United Kingdom
Broad Street Health Centre
Broad Street Mall
READING
RG1 7QA
United Kingdom
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