About Virtual Pharmacist
Virtual Pharmacist Ltd provides bespoke clinical pharmacist services across the NHS, general practice, primary care networks (PCNs), and the wider pharmacy sector. With over 20 years of combined healthcare experience, we specialise in medication management, structured medication reviews, and pharmacist-led clinical support.
We are actively seeking experienced Clinical Pharmacists and Independent Prescribers with GP practice experience. Opportunities are available for remote working from anywhere in the UK, offering both full-time and part-time, self-employed roles.
At Virtual Pharmacist Ltd, we are committed to easing workload pressures on general practice teams, enabling clinicians and practice staff to focus on patient care, clinical outcomes, and practice development.
This is an excellent opportunity to join our rapidly expanding organisation, supported by an established UK-wide network of over 100 qualified pharmacists. We provide structured career development, continuous professional growth, and regular clinical training sessions to ensure your ongoing success.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Conducting structured medication reviews (SMRs) to optimise patient medications.
- Managing acute medicine requests and prescription queries.
- Processing hospital discharge summaries and outpatient clinic letters.
- Providing clinical pharmacist advice and support for patients presenting with minor ailments and self-limiting conditions.
- Supporting GP practices to achieve Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary primary care teams to enhance patient health outcomes, particularly for chronic and long-term conditions.
- Other clinical pharmacist tasks and duties as required by practices.
Essential Skills & Experience Required:
- GPhC Registered Pharmacist (essential).
- Minimum 2 years post-graduate pharmacist experience.
- Prior GP practice pharmacist experience (essential).
- Independent Prescriber qualification (preferred but not essential).
- Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or equivalent clinical qualification (advantageous).
- Strong computer literacy, especially within clinical systems (EMIS Web and SystmOne experience preferred).
- Excellent clinical leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Committed to continuous professional development (CPD).
Why Join Virtual Pharmacist Ltd?
- Extremely competitive hourly rates – up to £30/hour, negotiable based on clinical experience.
- Fully remote/home-based working across the UK – flexible work-life balance.
- All IT equipment provided, including laptops and software tools for remote consultations.
- Dedicated support from Senior Clinical Pharmacists and experienced Head Office teams.
- Extensive pharmacist network, peer-to-peer support, and mentoring opportunities.
- Weekly training sessions, clinical updates, and professional growth opportunities.
- Opportunities to specialise and train on primary care systems including SystmOne and EMIS Web.
Additional Information:
- Contract Type: Self-employed, ongoing contracts available.
- Job Types: Permanent roles available; full-time (minimum 30 hours/week) and part-time (minimum 18 hours/week).
- Working Hours: Flexible weekday shifts (10-hour or 8-hour), Monday to Friday; no weekend work required.
- Location: Fully remote – work from home anywhere within the United Kingdom.
- Reference ID: VP-101-04
How to Apply:
To apply for this Clinical Pharmacist Remote Role or for further details, please submit your CV to apply@virtualpharmacist.co.uk, quoting reference VP-101-04.
Virtual Pharmacist Ltd is committed to delivering pharmacist-led clinical excellence and improving patient care across primary care and general practice in the UK. Join our dedicated and dynamic team today.
