Clinical Pharmacist – GP Practice (Bognor Regis, South Coast)

A friendly, forward-thinking GP practice located in Bognor Regis, just a short walk from the sea, is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Clinical Pharmacist to join its multi-disciplinary team. The practice serves a diverse and growing patient population and prides itself on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

This role offers the chance to combine a relaxed coastal lifestyle with a rewarding clinical career in a supportive environment.

The Role

The Clinical Pharmacist will work closely with GPs, nurses, and healthcare professionals to deliver structured medication reviews, optimise prescribing, and improve patient safety. The post-holder will also support medicines optimisation initiatives, provide patient consultations, and, if qualified, manage prescribing within scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Conduct structured medication reviews, especially for patients with long-term conditions or polypharmacy.
• Support safe, effective, and evidence-based prescribing, including monitoring of high-risk medicines.
• Provide consultations (face-to-face, telephone, or video) for medicines-related issues.
• Promote deprescribing and reduce medication-related harm.

Independent Prescribing (if qualified):

• Prescribe within clinical competence and monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Manage minor ailments and chronic disease reviews in line with protocols.

Medicines Optimisation & Practice Support

• Lead on audits, QOF, IIF, and prescribing incentive schemes.
• Collaborate with community pharmacies, care homes, and NHS partners.
• Advise on cost-effective prescribing aligned with NICE guidance and local formulary.
• Educate patients on safe medication use and support adherence.

Education & Development

• Provide medicines-related training to practice staff.
• Stay up to date with guidance and attend CPPE/PCN events.
• Support and mentor pharmacy technicians where appropriate.

About the Practice

For over 50 years, this well-established surgery has been a trusted part of the Bognor Regis community. Combining decades of service with a modern, innovative approach, the practice consistently delivers patient-focused, high-quality care.

• Location: Five minutes from the beach, in a spacious, accessible practice building.
• Culture: A welcoming, approachable team dedicated to patient wellbeing.
• Excellence: Regularly achieves high QOF results, reflecting commitment to best practice.
• Collaboration: An active member of its Primary Care Network, working closely with local health and care providers to improve community outcomes.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• GPhC-registered pharmacist (MPharm or equivalent).
• Strong clinical knowledge, communication, and patient focus.
• Experience in general practice, hospital, or community pharmacy.
• Commitment to CPD and evidence-based practice.
• Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway.

Desirable:

• Independent Prescribing qualification.
• Experience with SystmOne and e-prescribing systems.
• Familiarity with QOF, IIF, and NHS England frameworks.

Benefits

• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Coastal lifestyle with excellent quality of life.
• Flexible working options, including some remote working.
• On-site parking.
• Regular team lunches, social events, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Strong commitment to professional development.