Antimicrobial Lead Pharmacist | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Frimley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Frimley is seeking an experienced Lead Antimicrobial Pharmacist to enhance patient care by promoting exceptional prescribing standards. The role involves leading audits, designing training programs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should possess hospital pharmacy experience and strong leadership skills. This position offers a supportive work culture and flexibility for staff.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive employer

Qualifications

• Post holder must have hospital pharmacy experience involving clinical pharmacy skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Confidence as a senior clinical pharmacist is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop a culture that promotes excellence in antimicrobial prescribing.
• Lead, plan, and deliver audits on antimicrobial prescribing.
• Contribute to Trust-wide antimicrobial guidelines and policies.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

Clinical pharmacy skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Pharmacist degree

Job description

Overview

Are you a highly motivated pharmacist with a passion for antimicrobial stewardship and a desire to make a real impact on patient care? We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic pharmacist to join us as the Lead Antimicrobial Pharmacist at Frimley Park Hospital, part of Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the development of a culture that promotes excellence in antimicrobial prescribing and reduces infection risks
• Leading, planning, and delivering audits on antimicrobial prescribing and compliance with Trust policies
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities through evidence-based antimicrobial use
• Designing and implementing AMS-related training programmes for pharmacy, medical, and nursing staff
• Liaising with consultants and multidisciplinary teams across the Trust to promote AMS best practice
• Contributing to the review and development of Trust-wide antimicrobial guidelines and policies

This is a fantastic opportunity to influence clinical practice and contribute to national AMR goals.

Qualifications & Experience

The post holder must have hospital pharmacy experience involving clinical pharmacy skills as well as teaching skills. The role requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team, through excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to motivate themselves and others. To be successful in this application the post holder must demonstrate confidence as a senior clinical pharmacist and be a role model to more junior staff.

Employer & Benefits

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first-class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, and we work with staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

Additional Information

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This advert closes on Monday 6 Oct 2025