Lead Clinical Pharmacist – Permanent Position- Apply before 14 December 2023

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider near Central London is seeking a Lead Clinical Pharmacist to enhance clinical governance in a private hospital. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of clinical pharmacy experience and experience in palliative care. This position offers a competitive salary of £52,356.85 and various employee benefits, including private healthcare and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing development and training opportunities

27 days annual leave

Private healthcare cover

Contributory pension schemes

Employee recognition rewards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a clinical pharmacy role within a hospital setting.
• Experience in palliative care is preferred.
• Post-registration experience within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services to wards and associated departments.
• Promote safe and cost-effective prescribing.
• Conduct clinical audit projects involving the use of medicines.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy experience

Palliative care

Multidisciplinary communication

Medication counseling

Clinical data analysis

Job description

Lead Clinical Pharmacist – Permanent Position

• Posting Date: 14 November 2023
• Salary: £52,356.85 per year
• Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
• Closing Date: 14 December 2023
• Location: NW8 9NH
• Company: CS UK Recruitment Ltd
• Job Type: Permanent
• Job Reference: 6145

About the Company:

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is proud to present a unique opportunity for a dedicated Lead Clinical Pharmacist to join an exceptional independent private hospital located near Central London. We are a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality care, a broad range of services, and excellence in our team of consultants and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Lead Clinical Pharmacist, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Providing clinical services to wards, the Hospice, and associated departments following professional, departmental, and hospital policies.
• Promoting responsible, safe, and cost-effective prescribing to optimize clinical outcomes and minimize adverse reactions and errors.
• Offering support to medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff, addressing queries related to individual patients and hospital protocols.
• Conducting clinical audit projects involving the use of medicines within the hospital.
• Identifying changes in prescribing practices affecting the drugs budget and advising the Chief Pharmacist.
• Providing professional, managerial, and clinical leadership to all pharmacy staff.
• Ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, and other applicable standards in designated areas of responsibility.
• Recording clinical interventions and activities regularly in line with departmental policy.
• Attending Multidisciplinary Team Meetings (MDTs) and relevant group meetings as required.
• Participating in Saturday, late, and on-call rotas as necessary.
• Contributing to the departmental staff appraisal program and monitoring professional development.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Minimum of 2 years in a clinical pharmacy role within a hospital setting.
• Experience in palliative care.
• Post-registration experience within a hospital setting.
• Substantial experience in multidisciplinary communication.
• Development of policies, procedures, and guidelines, as well as report writing and presentation skills.
• Accurate clinical, dispensing, and checking abilities.
• Awareness of drug cost issues.
• Medication counseling experience.
• Multidisciplinary collaboration with nursing and/or medical colleagues.
• Experience with private patients.
• Proficiency in analyzing and applying complex clinical data and financial software.

Benefits:

The successful Lead Clinical Pharmacist will enjoy:

• Competitive salary: £52,356.85 per annum.
• Ongoing development and training opportunities.
• 27 days annual leave.
• Generous private healthcare cover.
• Contributory pension schemes, including NHS pension continuation.
• Competitive pay with progressive band structuring.
• Private healthcare cover of up to £20,000 per year.
• Ongoing training and development programs.
• Discounts at local, national, and online shops.
• Interest-free season ticket loans.
• Cycle to work loan scheme.
• Employee “Service Excellence” recognition rewards.

How to Apply:

To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [e-mail], quoting Reference ID: 6145.

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.