Chief Pharmacist: Strategic Medicines Optimisation

BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Reading; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in the UK seeks an experienced Chief Pharmacist to lead pharmacy services across mental health and community care. The role involves managing a team, overseeing operations, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in leadership, medicines optimisation, and be a registered UK pharmacist. This position offers flexible working options and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days' annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Learning and career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing tools and services

Discounts at popular retailers

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Free parking

Qualifications

• Registered UK pharmacist with substantial post-registration experience.
• Experience in multidisciplinary leadership and service development.
• Expertise in NHS governance frameworks and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership on medicines optimisation across the Trust.
• Advise on pharmaceutical policy and practice to high-level stakeholders.
• Lead and manage pharmacy staff teams to ensure quality service delivery.
• Manage pharmacy budget and procurement efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Medicines optimisation

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-graduate clinical/mental health pharmacy qualification

Registered UK pharmacist

Job description

A leading healthcare trust in the UK seeks an experienced Chief Pharmacist to lead pharmacy services across mental health and community care. The role involves managing a team, overseeing operations, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in leadership, medicines optimisation, and be a registered UK pharmacist. This position offers flexible working options and a supportive environment for professional growth.