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Clinical Pharmacists
Colchester City Pharmacy - Priory Walk
£48K - £72K
Patient Centred Care
Consultantion
Smoking Cession awareness
Job Summary
The role is to support the Practice based Clinical Pharmacists to ensure the delivery of
safe, effective and efficient systems for repeat prescribing, medicines optimisation,
reducing medicines waste and maximising patient outcomes.
The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and support all Practice staff
to develop and improve processes....
Job Summary
The role is to support the Practice based Clinical Pharmacists to ensure the delivery of
safe, effective and efficient systems for repeat prescribing, medicines optimisation,
reducing medicines waste and maximising patient outcomes.
The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and support all Practice staff
to develop and improve processes. Innovative ideas are welcomed, and excellent
communication skills, enthusiasm and motivation are essential skills for a successful
candidate. A key part of the role will be dealing with daily medication requests and queries
and communicating with patients and Community Pharmacies.
In addition, the post holder will be responsible for encouraging the development of better
understanding of the principles of medicines optimisation throughout the practice teams and
promoting good practice in line with therapeutic developments. This will involve assisting the
Practices in achieving national requirements, NICE implementation and utilisation of
medicines optimisation initiatives.
Access to all Practice clinical computer systems is available from each Practice site. Please
note that there is no free parking at the Great Pulteney Street site. This is an on-site post,
although some remote working may be possible with prior agreement. The Bathampton site
has on street parking and Disabled facilities.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS A REQUIREMENT TO COMPLETE A 1-YEAR TRAINING
PROGRAM WITH CPPE
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Director -Operations Management
Colchester City Pharmacy - Priory Walk
£30K - £35K
Superintent Pharmacist
Job summary
The superintendent pharmacist will be responsible for the professional and clinical management of a pharmacy and the administration of the sale and supply of medicines. You will lead a team within CB1 and will ensure compliance of standard operating procedures and up-to-date training is maintained for staff.
Main duties of...
Job summary
The superintendent pharmacist will be responsible for the professional and clinical management of a pharmacy and the administration of the sale and supply of medicines. You will lead a team within CB1 and will ensure compliance of standard operating procedures and up-to-date training is maintained for staff.
Main duties of the job
The delivery of high-quality patient care by ensuring compliance with statutory and professional requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Standards for Pharmacy Professionals
To document, maintain and communicate effective, efficient safe working practices and standard operating procedures as required by the GPhC
Provide clinical and professional leadership to all pharmacy staff
To ensure the Pharmacy Record is maintained at all times
To ensure that prescription records are maintained in accordance with GPhC and legal requirements.
To store medical cannabis in appropriate conditions and procedures are in place for safe disposal of returned or expired medicines
To oversee and manage all medical cannabis products including the principles outlined in the DH publication The Safer Management of Controlled Drugs and to maintain accurate record-keeping and registration.
Maintaining a register of controlled drugs for legal and stock control purpose
Offering advice on dosages, side effects and other aspects of drug interaction to patients if need be.
Ensure pharmacy compliance with ethical, professional, and legal pharmacy standards to ensure that every customer and patient receives a safe, accurate and efficient service.
To oversee and manage all medical cannabis products including the principles outlined in the DH publication The Safer Management of Controlled Drugs and to maintain accurate record-keeping and registration.
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Director- Healthcare Services
Colchester City Pharmacy - Priory Walk
£80K - £120K
Managerial
Superintendent Pharmacist
Liaising with Regulatory Bodies
(GPhC and NHS)
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Health who can work as a Principal Clinical Pharmacist to lead the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred pharmacy services at Colchester City Pharmacy.
This Band 8b role is pivotal in shaping clinical strategy, medicines governance, and service development across the NHS Service delivery
The...
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Health who can work as a Principal Clinical Pharmacist to lead the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred pharmacy services at Colchester City Pharmacy.
This Band 8b role is pivotal in shaping clinical strategy, medicines governance, and service development across the NHS Service delivery
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, oversee clinical pharmacy operations, and support multidisciplinary teams to optimise medicines use and improve patient outcomes in Colchester region, covering a list of 10,000 patients.
Provide strategic and operational leadership for clinical pharmacy services across the Colchester City region.
Lead and manage a team of specialist pharmacists, ensuring safe, effective, and economical use of medicines, deliver NHS Services and campaigns in Schools and run partnerships with GPs and Locums in the region.
Oversee medicines governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
Support the development and implementation of divisional and Trust-wide medicines optimisation strategies.
Contribute to financial planning, Drug management, and delivery of cost improvement plans.
Working for Your Organisation
You will be joining a supportive and ambitious pharmacy team with a strong track record in clinical leadership, service development, and multidisciplinary working. We value diversity, flexible working, and professional development, and we are proud to support our staff in achieving their full potential.
Key Result Areas & Performance
Leadership & Service Development
Provide strategic leadership for clinical pharmacy services across the Colchester City Pharmacy
Lead the development and implementation of advanced clinical roles, including pharmacist prescribing and enhanced clinical input into multidisciplinary teams.
Support adherence to local and national guidelines to ensure safe, evidence-based, and cost-effective prescribing.
Collaborate with divisional and Trust-wide teams to develop integrated care pathways and medicines optimisation strategies.
Clinical Services & Patient Care
Act as a clinical role model and independent prescriber, providing expert input into complex patient care decisions.
Provide direct clinical pharmacy services as required, including screening, prescribing, and medicines reconciliation.
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Clinical Pharmacy Technician
Colchester City Pharmacy - Priory Walk
£28K - £32K
Patient Centred Care
Consultant
Medicine Management
Manage prescription screening and processing
About the Role
Due to continued growth and expansion, we’re seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Primary Care Pharmacy Technician to join our team in the Colchester.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day pharmacy operations in general practice. You’ll also provide clinical...
About the Role
Due to continued growth and expansion, we’re seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Primary Care Pharmacy Technician to join our team in the Colchester.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day pharmacy operations in general practice. You’ll also provide clinical support and advice to patients, helping to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
What You’ll Do
As a Primary Care Pharmacy Technician, you’ll:
Act confidently within your professional boundaries and standards.
Work closely with GPs, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
Manage and resolve medication-related queries.
Support medicine management and reconciliation processes.
Improve patient outcomes and access to healthcare.
Contribute to prescribing audits and medicines safety initiatives.
Support medication monitoring and review processes.
Key Responsibilities
Complete medication reconciliations using clinical letters and hospital discharge summaries.
Manage prescription screening and processing.
Communicate with patients and local pharmacies on medication-related issues.
Oversee medication synchronisation and monitoring recalls (e.g. BP checks, blood tests, annual reviews).
Support high-risk drug monitoring, prescribing audits, and incentive schemes.
Action medicines safety alerts (CAS/MHRA/ICB).
Conduct Level 1 and 2 medication reviews and assist with Pre-SMR screenings (training provided).
Employee Benefits
GPhC fees and DBS applications paid
5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata as applicable)
Comprehensive health & wellbeing programme: confidential counselling, digital gym access, and retail discounts
Dedicated senior pharmacist support and national professional network
Flexible working opportunities
Pension scheme
What We’re Looking For
Essential Requirements:
Registered Pharmacy Technician with a relevant qualification
Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pathway
6–12+ months’ experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting
Experience using EMIS, SystmOne, or both
Able to commute to the Oxford practice location
Desirable:
Prior experience working within a PCN
Additional training or qualifications in medicines optimisation or prescribing support
Additional Information
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
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