Lead Inpatient Mental Health Pharmacist – Clinical Leadership

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chelmsford is looking for an Advanced Mental Health Clinical Pharmacist to lead initiatives in pharmaceutical care. This role involves providing clinical leadership in the inpatient pharmacy department, ensuring optimal patient care through medicines optimisation, and mentoring pharmacy staff. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Pharmacy, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, and have significant clinical experience in a mental health setting. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive benefits, including a relocation package.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent pension plan

Staff discounts and benefits

£8K relocation package

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Experience in clinical pharmacy practice.
• Evidence of postgraduate training and CPD in clinical pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialised advice in medicines optimisation.
• Support local inpatient and urgent care services.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy experience

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Mentoring and developing staff

Effective communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

Postgraduate Diploma in relevant area of pharmacy practice

Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A healthcare provider in Chelmsford is looking for an Advanced Mental Health Clinical Pharmacist to lead initiatives in pharmaceutical care. This role involves providing clinical leadership in the inpatient pharmacy department, ensuring optimal patient care through medicines optimisation, and mentoring pharmacy staff. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Pharmacy, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, and have significant clinical experience in a mental health setting. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive benefits, including a relocation package.