Managing an independent prescriber

Pharmacy is entering a new chapter as the sector prepares for its first cohort of graduate prescribers. How can managers work with independent prescribers to make the most of their skills? asks Liam Stapleton, director, Metaphor Development

At the end of this module you will be able to:

• Describe the accountabilities and responsibilities of an independent prescriber  (IP)

• Define key areas of services that involves prescribing which should be managed

• Discuss with your IP how to approach service delivery and quality.