Lead Pharmacist Planned and Critical Care, Pharmacy

Pulse Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in London is looking for an experienced Lead Pharmacist to ensure high-quality pharmaceutical care across planned and critical care settings. The ideal candidate will have GPhC registration and significant experience in hospital pharmacy, preferably in critical care. This position involves leading pharmacy operations, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior staff. Competitive pay rates and consultant support are offered throughout your assignment. Flexible opportunities are available across NHS trusts nationwide.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Flexible opportunities across NHS trusts

Qualifications

• GPhC registration as a Pharmacist is essential.
• Experience in critical care or planned care is preferred.
• Strong leadership and management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical pharmacy services across planned and critical care areas.
• Lead and manage pharmacy operations within designated specialties.
• Ensure compliance with medicines management policies.

Skills

Expert clinical pharmacy services

Leadership and management skills

Knowledge of medicines optimisation

Excellent communication

Education

GPhC registration as a Pharmacist

Significant post-registration experience in hospital pharmacy

Job description

Band 8B Lead Pharmacist Planned and Critical Care, Pharmacy Epsom and St Helier (Cross site)

London

Job Title: Lead Pharmacist
Banding: 8b
Location: Planned and Critical Care, Pharmacy – Epsom and St Helier (must be willing to work cross-site)
Start Date: 15th December 2025
Duration: Until 27th February 2026 (subject to change)
Working Hours: 29.27 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Pay rate: £32/£35 PH

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Pharmacist to join the Planned and Critical Care Pharmacy team across Epsom and St Helier sites. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high‑quality pharmaceutical care and supporting clinical teams in critical and planned care settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical pharmacy services across planned and critical care areas.
• Lead and manage pharmacy operations within the designated specialties.
• Ensure compliance with medicines management policies and national standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Support and mentor junior pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• GPhC registration as a Pharmacist.
• Significant post‑registration experience in hospital pharmacy, ideally within critical care or planned care.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Strong knowledge of medicines optimisation and clinical governance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Why Choose Pulse

• Competitive pay rates.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.
• Flexible opportunities across NHS trusts nationwide.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV or contact us directly for more details.

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to supporting applicants with disabilities or health conditions. Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.

International Recruitment Notice

Please note this role is not eligible for international sponsorship.