GPDQ
Clinical Prescribing Pharmacist (Primary Care)
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Clinical Prescribing Pharmacist (Primary Care)
Location: Remote (Work from Home)
Contract Type: Self-Employed Contractor
Rate: £30 per hour
Hours: Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities available
Start date: 1st September
Shift Pattern: Initial pilot phase operating Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 6:00pm. Following successful completion of the pilot period (approximately 2 weeks) the service is expected to expand to operate 7 days per week between 8:00am and 8:00pm.
About GPDQ
GPDQ provides nationwide healthcare services for individuals, businesses, and the NHS. Led by NHS GP, Founder, and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anshu Bhagat, our multidisciplinary clinical team harnesses technology to improve access to high-quality healthcare across the UK.
We deliver a range of services including GP consultations, physiotherapy, mental health support, health assessments, diagnostics, vaccinations, and more. Through innovative digital healthcare solutions, we are committed to making healthcare more accessible, convenient, and patient-centred.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced and motivated Clinical Prescribing Pharmacists to join our growing remote clinical workforce.
Working as an autonomous Independent Prescriber, you will assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of primary care presentations through digital consultations. This role is ideally suited to pharmacists with strong primary care experience who are confident managing minor illnesses, prescribing independently, and delivering high-quality patient care remotely.
You will work within a well-established clinical governance framework alongside a multidisciplinary team including GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Nurses, Mental Health Practitioners, Physiotherapists, and Pharmacists.
This is an excellent opportunity to work flexibly while delivering safe and accessible healthcare to patients across the UK.
Why Join GPDQ?
At GPDQ, we're committed to delivering outstanding patient care while giving clinicians the flexibility and support they need to thrive.
What We Offer
- Competitive contractor rates
- Fully remote working with no commuting required
- Initial pilot hours Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Opportunity to support service expansion following the pilot phase, with operating hours expected to extend to 7 days per week, 8:00am to 8:00pm
- Opportunity to work autonomously while being supported by experienced Clinical Leads and a multidisciplinary clinical team
- Robust clinical governance framework focused on patient safety and clinician support
- Ongoing learning, peer review, and professional development opportunities
- Exposure to innovative digital healthcare technology and modern models of care
- Collaborative and supportive clinical culture
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient access to healthcare across the UK
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Key Responsibilities
Clinical Practice
- Conduct independent patient consultations via video, telephone, and asynchronous digital platforms.
- Assess, diagnose, and manage a range of acute and minor illness presentations.
- Independently prescribe within your scope of practice in accordance with GPhC standards and clinical governance requirements.
- Review clinical information and provide safe prescribing decisions asynchronously where appropriate.
- Recognise limitations of practice and refer patients appropriately when presentations fall outside your clinical scope.
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care while maintaining excellent patient experience standards.
Medicines Optimisation and Safety
- Practise in accordance with established clinical governance and prescribing frameworks.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant clinical records.
- Contribute to audit activity, quality improvement initiatives, and significant event reviews where required.
- Support safe prescribing practices and antimicrobial stewardship principles.
- Participate in peer review, supervision, and ongoing professional development activities.
Collaboration and Service Development
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Share pharmacy expertise and evidence-based guidance with colleagues.
- Contribute to service improvements, pathway development, and innovation projects.
- Participate in team meetings, educational events, and clinical updates.
Safeguarding
- Promote a culture of patient-centred safeguarding practice.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns relating to adults, children, and vulnerable individuals.
- Escalate concerns in line with safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation.
- Support implementation of the Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act, and associated national guidance.
Essential
Qualifications
- MPharm degree (or equivalent).
- Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- Qualified Independent Prescriber with annotation recorded on the GPhC register.
- Minimum 1 year's independent prescribing experience.
- Able to prescribe autonomously from day one.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience working within a primary care setting.
- Demonstrable experience managing minor illness and undifferentiated presentations autonomously.
- Experience prescribing independently within primary care.
- Experience conducting remote consultations via phone and video.
Knowledge
- Strong understanding of GPhC standards, prescribing governance, and patient safety requirements.
- Knowledge of clinical governance principles within digital healthcare environments.
- Understanding of safe remote consultation and prescribing practices.
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Skills
- Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to document consultations professionally and accurately.
- Proficiency using clinical systems and digital healthcare platforms.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.
- Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous professional development.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Desirable
Qualifications & Experience
- Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway.
- Experience conducting asynchronous consultations and prescribing.
- Experience working within digital healthcare services.
- Experience contributing to clinical audits, quality improvement projects, or pathway development.
Skills
- Experience supporting multidisciplinary teams through medicines optimisation expertise.
- Experience sharing knowledge and evidence-based practice with colleagues.
- Familiarity with digital collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams or Slack.
Pre-Employment Checks
This role is subject to satisfactory identity verification, professional registration checks, references, and an enhanced DBS check where applicable.
GPDQ is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and expects all clinicians working with us to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
GPDQ is an equal opportunities organisation. We understand that not all people are the same, and it is our mission to support people throughout their healthcare journey.
We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and helps us deliver better outcomes for our patients, colleagues, and communities.
All applicants will be treated fairly throughout our recruitment and selection process regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
Rate: £30 per hour (Self-Employed Contractor)
Location: Remote
Pilot Hours (1st September): Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm
Future Service Hours (15th September onwards): Expected to expand to 7 days per week, 8:00am to 8:00pm following the pilot phase.
Apply now to join GPDQ and help shape the future of accessible, patient-centred healthcare.
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