Lead Pharmacist (Independent Prescriber)

Penrose Health; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a confident Pharmacist to lead pharmacy services. The role entails driving evidence-based care, mentoring staff, and optimizing medication prescribing. Ideal candidates will possess strong clinical problem-solving skills, thrive under pressure, and have a keen interest in improving patient communication. Join a team that values innovation and excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacist with the capability to lead pharmacy services.
• Ability to conduct structured medication reviews and manage post-discharge reviews.
• Experience mentoring pharmacy staff to enhance their skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical pharmacy services for safe, evidence-based prescribing.
• Conduct Structured Medication Reviews for optimal patient outcomes.
• Manage post-discharge reviews and medication changes.
• Mentor and supervise pharmacy staff to build confidence.
• Audit and improve prescribing quality through governance.

Skills

Clinical problem-solving

Effective communication

Mentorship

Attention to detail

Education

Pharmacist qualification

Job description

Advert

Are you ready to step into a role where clinical expertise meets leadership? At Penrose Health, we’re looking for a confident and inspiring Pharmacist to lead our pharmacy services. This isn’t just about prescriptions - it’s about driving safe, evidence-based care, mentoring a talented team, and making a real impact on patient outcomes. You’ll be the go-to clinical expert, guiding best practice in medicines management, auditing prescribing quality, and supporting colleagues to deliver exceptional care. If you love problem-solving, thrive under pressure, and believe in better communication with patients, this is your chance to shine. Join us and help build a culture of innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence — because great healthcare starts with great leadership.

You’ll be doing things like:

• Leading clinical pharmacy services - setting the standard for safe, evidence-based prescribing.
• Conducting Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs) - optimising medicines for patients with long-term conditions.
• Prescribing and deprescribing confidently - ensuring treatments align with best practice and patient needs.
• Providing expert advice - supporting GPs, nurses, and the wider team with complex medication queries.
• Managing post-discharge reviews - ensuring seamless transitions and safe medication changes.
• Mentoring and supervising pharmacy staff - building capability and confidence across the team.
• Auditing and improving prescribing quality - driving medicines optimisation and governance.
• Leading quality improvement projects - promoting adherence to NICE guidance and local formulary.
• Collaborating across practices and PCNs - working with clinicians to achieve prescribing targets.
• Championing better communication with patients - making sure they understand and trust their treatment plans.

You’ll thrive here if you:

• Love solving complex clinical problems - and enjoy being the go-to expert for medicines advice.
• Communicate with confidence and clarity - whether it’s mentoring colleagues or reassuring patients.
• Stay calm under pressure - and keep accuracy at the heart of everything you do.
• Enjoy supporting others - helping pharmacists and technicians grow through guidance and supervision.
• Have an eye for quality improvement - audits, governance, and best practice excite you.
• Believe in better patient communication - because understanding treatment is just as important as prescribing it.
• Are detail-driven and organised - managing priorities without breaking a sweat.
• Inspire team morale - bringing positivity and confidence to the pharmacy team.