Medicines Management Lead Pharmacist

NHS; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Salford is looking for a Medicines Management Lead Pharmacist to join their clinical team. This part-time role (22.5 hours/week) involves ensuring safe medication management, conducting clinical screenings, and improving medication use quality. Candidates must be GPhC-registered with experience in hospital pharmacy. A proactive and patient-focused approach is essential. Competitive salary depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a GPhC-registered Pharmacist.
• Experience in hospital or clinical pharmacy required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for data analysis and reports is essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ward rounds and collaborate with clinical team.
• Conduct clinical screening of prescriptions for safety.
• Chair Medicines Management meetings to drive quality improvements.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Flexibility across sites

Proactive, patient-first approach

Education

GPhC-registered Pharmacist

Job description

Job summary

As the Medicines Management Lead Pharmacist at Oaklands Hospital, you will play an integral role in the clinical team, leading the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-focused pharmacy services. This part-time role (22.5 hours/week) balances hands-on clinical duties with strategic medicines governance responsibilities, supporting the highest standards of medication use and patient care.

Main duties of the job:

1. Participate in ward rounds and collaborate with the wider clinical team.
2. Conduct clinical screening of prescriptions to ensure safety and efficacy.
3. Optimise medicines for perioperative and surgical patients.
4. Provide tailored patient counselling on medication use.
5. Oversee the safe, secure storage and handling of medicines.
6. Contribute to and lead medication safety audits.
7. Chair Medicines Management meetings to drive quality improvements.
8. Train and support clinical staff in medicines management best practices.
9. Implement and monitor compliance with local and national medicines policies.
10. Report on trends and drive continuous improvement in medication use.

About us

Oaklands Hospital is a purpose-built, modern facility located in Salford, providing a wide range of surgical and medical treatments for both private and eligible NHS patients. Our consultants and nursing teams are highly experienced and committed to delivering exceptional care. Patient safety and comfort are our top priorities, with the added reassurance that a resident doctor is available on-site 24 hours a day.

Oaklands is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, known for clinical excellence and a strong focus on personalised patient care.

Details

Date posted: 25 July 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: E0365-25-0394JR14269

Job locations:

Ramsay Oaklands Hospital

19 Lancaster Road

Salford

M6 8AQ

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacist to join our multidisciplinary team at Oaklands hospital.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• GPhC-registered Pharmacist

Experience (Essential):

• Hospital or clinical pharmacy experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications for data analysis, report generation, and communication
• Strong organisational skills, ability to work independently and in a team
• Flexibility to work across hospital sites within the region
• Proactive, patient-first approach to pharmacy practice

Additional requirements:

• This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure check is required.
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further info at NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Name: Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Address: Ramsay Oaklands Hospital, 19 Lancaster Road, Salford, M6 8AQ

Website: https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/