Advanced Pharmacist – Governance and Medicines Management

NHS; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Huddersfield is seeking a motivated Pharmacist to enhance medication safety. The role includes leading investigations, managing clinical guidelines, and overseeing audits. Applicants must have an MPharm degree and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. The position offers a full-time, fixed-term contract with a salary ranging from £55,690 to £62,682 per annum. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have current UK professional registration.
• Experience of managing staff.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations on medication safety incidents.
• Support management and development of clinical guidelines.
• Coordinate Pharmacy Audit programme.

Skills

Highly specialised knowledge of medicines governance

Ability to work under pressure

Strong interpersonal skills

Planning and organisational skills

Computer literate

Education

MPharm or equivalent degree in pharmacy

Registered pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Pharmacist who wants to enhance their skills in medication safety. The role will be working alongside the current multidisciplinary Medication Safety Team. You need to be motivated and have the drive to make a difference to medication safety; with a passion for working with other professional groups and asking those "so what" questions. Your role will involve investigation, auditing, negotiating and implementing change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on investigations and the identification and implementation of learning from incidents, strengthening your skills with the use of InPhase and attendance at events like After Action Reviews.


• Support with managing, updating and developing clinical guidelines.


• Take a lead on overseeing and co‑ordinating the Pharmacy Audit programme.


• Gain experience of responding to Patient Safety Alerts, including opportunities to take the lead on action planning.


• Support the Medication Safety Officer in setting the strategic direction for the Medication Safety Team.


• Oversee and monitor the development and maintenance of medicines‑related policies and guidelines.


• Manage and coordinate the annual Pharmacy audit plan.

Qualifications and Training

• MPharm or equivalent degree in pharmacy approved by the General Pharmaceutical Council.


• Registered pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council.


• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or evidence of equivalent transferable experience.


• Desirable: Pharmacist prescriber or non‑medical prescriber status.

Experience and Skills

• At least 1 year pre‑registration training.


• Highly specialised knowledge of medicines governance and clinical pharmacy.


• Detailed knowledge of clinical pharmacy, medicines management and pharmacy practice.


• Computer literate with experience in pharmacy practice research and clinical audit.


• Management of drug budgets.


• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and pay attention to detail.


• Ability to work under pressure, on own initiative and as part of a team.


• Commitment to continuing professional development.


• Ability to work in various locations across Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust.


• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.


• Planning, organisational and problem‑solving skills.


• Experience of managing staff.

Additional Requirements

Registration: Must have current UK professional registration.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.

Working Arrangements

Fixed‑term 12‑month contract, full‑time with flexible working options including job share. Includes weekend working and possible on‑call commitment.

Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 per annum, pro rata. Pay scheme: Agenda for Change. Band: 8a.

Location

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Acre Street, Huddersfield, HD3 3EA. The role may involve working across the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust.

About Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

CHFT is a dynamic and successful organisation with over 5,500 employees and a turnover of £310 million, providing a comprehensive range of secondary care services. The Trust aims to deliver high‑quality care, ensuring no one is placed at a disadvantage.

Employer’s Website

https://www.cht.nhs.uk

Reference

Reference number: 372-FSS2962