Lead Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist (Band 8a)

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in Birmingham is seeking a proactive Band 8a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist to enhance antimicrobial stewardship. Responsibilities include leading clinical initiatives, ensuring effective communication, and providing training for pharmacy staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospital pharmacy, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to improving patient care. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and academic partnerships.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Opportunity for professional development

Collaboration with academic institutions

Qualifications

• Substantial experience as a band 7 pharmacist within hospital pharmacy.
• Experience in a range of clinical specialties.
• Experience in supervising and managing pharmacy staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical antimicrobial stewardship activities.
• Screen prescriptions and identify anomalies.
• Counsel patients to ensure safe medication use.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Teaching

Education

MPharm degree or equivalent

Clinical diploma or higher Pharmacy degree

GPhC registration

Membership of the RPS

Job description

A leading NHS healthcare provider in Birmingham is seeking a proactive Band 8a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist to enhance antimicrobial stewardship. Responsibilities include leading clinical initiatives, ensuring effective communication, and providing training for pharmacy staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospital pharmacy, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to improving patient care. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and academic partnerships.