Medicines Optimisation Lead: Overprescribing (Pharmacist/Tech)

NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; City Of London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organisation in London is seeking a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician to tackle overprescribing and improve medicines value. The role involves working within a dynamic team to deliver strategic initiatives aimed at optimising patient care. Candidates should possess a GPhC registration and relevant experience. The role offers a salary range of £56,276 to £63,176, contributing to the NHS 10 Year Health Plan and enhancing patient outcomes across South East London.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacist or pharmacy technician (GPhC) with experience in medicines optimisation.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience working with integrated care systems, multidisciplinary teams, or NHS commissioning environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver system-wide strategies to reduce overprescribing and improve medicines safety.
• Engage with health partners to drive transformation and reduce health inequalities.
• Support financial sustainability for a £250 million annual prescribing budget.

Skills

Medicines optimisation

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Understanding of health inequalities

Education

Current Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council

Level 3 Diploma OR Degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Prince 2

AGILE methodology

Job description

A healthcare organisation in London is seeking a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician to tackle overprescribing and improve medicines value. The role involves working within a dynamic team to deliver strategic initiatives aimed at optimising patient care. Candidates should possess a GPhC registration and relevant experience. The role offers a salary range of £56,276 to £63,176, contributing to the NHS 10 Year Health Plan and enhancing patient outcomes across South East London.