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Be at the forefront of obesity management as a Registered Practitioner, prescribing groundbreaking Tirzepatide treatment and enriching lives at BSOP-Tirzepatide.
Overview
Salary
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Location
London, England, United Kingdom - Hybrid
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Organisation summary
At BSOP-Tirzepatide, our work revolves around non-consultant-led Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management services. We prescribe Tirzepatide to patients as per NICE Technology Appraisal TA1026 guidelines, with behavioral support delivered via separate providers. Our set-up includes multiple pathways like consultant supported specialist weight management, acknowledging the NHS Right to Choose approach. Our multidisciplinary team ensures holistic, evidence-based care.
Role Summary
- Conducting consultations and patient histories
- Prescribing tirzepatide as per established protocols
- Providing ongoing treatment support
- Collaborating with the Clinical Lead for patient reviews
- Handling remote consultations
- Prescribing weight loss medications aligned with treatment plans
Role Requirements
- Registered with the NMC/GPhC/GMC
- Possession of an Independent Prescribing Qualification
- At least 2 years of independent prescribing experience within the NHS
- Additional qualifications in obesity care (desirable)
Benefit Details
- 25 days pro-rata leave package
- Pension plan
- Work-from-home options
- Training and development opportunities
- Flexible working hours
BSOP-Tirzepatide is a non-consultant-led Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management Service. The service prescribes Tirzepatide to patients under the NICE Technology Appraisal TA1026 guidelines. Behavioural wrap around support is delivered through separate providers in these instances. The service also includes consultant supported Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management including under the NHS Right to Choose approach. Prescribers may work across all pathways depending on service demand and clinical complexity. Our MDT includes, but is not limited to, dieticians, nutritionists, psychologists, doctors, and other prescribers, working together to provide holistic, evidence-based care.
The role: As a Registered Practitioner with specialist knowledge in obesity medications and with an independent prescribing qualification, you will conduct consultations, assess patient histories, prescribe medications from our limited formulary, and provide ongoing support to ensure safe and effective treatment. You will work closely with the Clinical Lead and play a key role in reviewing patient progress, addressing clinical concerns, and ensuring high-quality care. Your responsibilities will include conducting remote consultations via asynchronous messaging, video, and telephone, reviewing patient medical histories, prescribing weight loss medications in line with service treatment plans, and providing advice and support to help patients manage their medication safely.
Job requirements: Essential qualifications include being registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), GPhC or GMC, having an Independent Prescribing Qualification, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Independent Prescriber within the NHS. Desirable qualifications include additional qualifications in obesity care, such as SCOPE certification.
Benefits: The role offers a pension plan, a leave package of 25 days pro-rata, work from home options, training & development opportunities, and flexible working hours.
