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Independent Prescriber
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Bolton, Greater Manchester, CA16, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-25
Listing for:
National Health Service
Contract
position Listed on 2026-08-25
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Healthcare Nursing, Physical Therapy, Community Health
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About
The Role We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team in Bolton and make a meaningful impact in people's lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team.
Main duties of the job
Key Duties:
Conduct holistic clinical assessment with (or without) prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) within
Waythroughs formulary, to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies, and within scope of competency.
Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice, provide prescribing information and advice to key stakeholders and partner agencies including pharmacists, GPs and hospital teams.
Assessment of people who use alcohol, which include criteria for community or inpatient detoxification. Prescribing interventions and management of people who are appropriate for community alcohol detoxification.
About us About Waythrough Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Details Date posted
13 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other Salary
44,789 to 55,000 a year
Contract Permanent Working pattern
Full-time
Reference numberB
0061-JR013554
Job locations
Bolton Treatment Services Le Mans Crescent
BoltonBL1 1SE
United Kingdom Job description
Job responsibilities
About
The Role We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team in Bolton and make a meaningful impact in people's lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team.
Key Duties:
Conduct holistic clinical assessment with (or without) prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) within
Waythroughs formulary, to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies, and within scope of competency.
Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice, provide prescribing information and advice to key stakeholders and partner agencies including pharmacists, GPs and hospital teams.
Assessment of people who use alcohol, which include criteria for community or inpatient detoxification. Prescribing interventions and management of people who are appropriate for community alcohol detoxification.
Undertake person centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation and reviews in practice and outreach settings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About
The Role We are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team in Bolton and make a meaningful impact in people's lives, their families and communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team.
Key Duties:
Conduct holistic clinical assessment with (or without) prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) within
Waythroughs formulary, to support recovery in line with national and organisational guidelines and policies, and within scope of competency.
Prescribe cost effectively and according to best practice, provide prescribing information and advice to key stakeholders and partner agencies including pharmacists, GPs and hospital teams.
Assessment of people who use alcohol, which include criteria for community or inpatient detoxification. Prescribing interventions and management of people who are appropriate for community alcohol detoxification.
Undertake person centred assessments, care planning, monitoring, evaluation and reviews in practice and outreach settings.
Person Specification
About You
Essential About You The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.
Key Requirements:
Independent Prescriber qualification
Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable) View a day in the life of an Independent prescriber here.
Person Specification
About You
Essential About You The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.
Key Requirements:
Independent Prescriber qualification
Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable) View a day in the life of an Independent prescriber here.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such…
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