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Newly Qualified Pharmacist General Practice
Karis Medical Centre
Home Office register entry: Karis Medical Centre, Birmingham
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Closest occupation match: SOC 2211, Generalist medical practitioners. Pay for this occupation is set by national pay scales (NHS bands), so no single Home Office going rate applies.
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Role description
Job summary
Karis Medical Centre is seeking an enthusiastic Newly Qualified Pharmacist to join our friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team in Birmingham.
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified pharmacist looking to develop a career within General Practice and Primary Care. Working alongside experienced GPs and clinicians, you will receive appropriate supervision, support and development to build your confidence and clinical skills.
As part of our clinical team, you will contribute to medicines optimisation, medication reviews, repeat prescribing processes, medicines reconciliation and prescribing safety initiatives, whilst supporting patients to use their medicines safely and effectively.
We are committed to professional development and recognise the importance of providing structured support for pharmacists who are new to General Practice. Responsibilities will develop progressively in line with experience, training and demonstrated competence.
Karis Medical Centre is a busy GP practice serving a diverse patient population. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and fostering a supportive working environment where staff are encouraged to learn, develop and contribute to service improvement.
If you are motivated, eager to learn and passionate about improving patient outcomes, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality clinical pharmacy services within a busy GP practice. Working alongside GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team, the postholder will assist with medication reviews, medicines reconciliation, repeat prescribing processes, prescribing safety initiatives and responding to medicines-related queries.
The role will involve supporting patients to use their medicines safely and effectively, reviewing medication following hospital discharge, contributing to medicines optimisation and assisting with clinical audits and quality improvement activities.
This position is designed to support a newly qualified pharmacist entering General Practice, with structured supervision, training and development opportunities. Responsibilities will increase progressively in line with experience, competence and professional development.
About us
Karis Medical Centre is a well-established GP practice in Birmingham providing high-quality, patient-centred care to a diverse local population.
We are proud of our friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment, where teamwork, respect and professional development are highly valued. Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, nurses, pharmacists, healthcare professionals and administrative colleagues who work collaboratively to deliver safe and effective healthcare services.
We are committed to continuous improvement and encourage staff to contribute ideas, develop new skills and take part in service development initiatives. We recognise the importance of supporting colleagues throughout their careers and provide opportunities for learning, training and professional growth.
As a member of our team, you will benefit from a welcoming culture, strong clinical support and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of our patients. We value diversity, promote equality of opportunity and are committed to creating an environment where all staff feel respected, supported and able to thrive.
Joining Karis Medical Centre offers the opportunity to work within a dedicated and experienced team that is passionate about delivering excellent primary care and achieving positive outcomes for patients.
Details
Date posted
12 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A0730-26-0006
Job locations
Waterworks Road
Birmingham
B16 9AL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Newly Qualified Pharmacist - General PracticeHours: 30 hours per weekContract Type:Part Time, PermanentLocation: Karis Medical Centre, Birmingham
Karis Medical Centre is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Newly Qualified Pharmacist to join our friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified pharmacist wishing to develop a career within General Practice and Primary Care. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced GPs and other healthcare professionals, receiving appropriate supervision, support and training to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence within a primary care setting.
The role offers the opportunity to gain experience in medicines optimisation, medication reviews, prescribing safety, repeat prescribing processes and multidisciplinary working whilst contributing to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.
The successful candidate will gradually develop responsibility for:
- Undertaking medication reviews with appropriate clinical supervision.
- Supporting the practice with medication queries from patients and healthcare professionals.
- Reviewing medicines following discharge from hospital and outpatient appointments.
- Supporting medicines reconciliation and ensuring medication changes are accurately reflected within patient records.
- Reviewing repeat medication requests and supporting safe repeat prescribing processes.
- Identifying and resolving medicines-related issues.
- Supporting patients to understand and use their medicines safely and effectively.
- Working with GPs and other clinicians to improve medicines optimisation.
- Supporting medication monitoring and appropriate follow-up.
- Assisting with prescribing safety searches, audits and quality improvement work.
- Supporting implementation of local and national prescribing guidance.
- Liaising with community pharmacies, hospitals and other healthcare professionals where appropriate.
- Contributing to the management of patients with long-term conditions as knowledge and competence develop.
- Participating in clinical meetings, training and multidisciplinary discussions.
- Maintaining accurate, timely and appropriate clinical documentation.
Responsibilities will develop progressively in line with training, experience and demonstrated competence.
The successful candidate will receive:
- Comprehensive induction and onboarding.
- Ongoing supervision and support from experienced clinicians.
- Access to relevant training and development opportunities.
- Opportunities to develop knowledge in medicines optimisation, structured medication reviews, prescribing safety and long-term condition management.
- Support to develop a long-term career within General Practice and Primary Care.
Last verified against our ingestion on 4 September 2026; sponsor register dataset 2026-08-25.