Medicines Optimisation Pharmacist

Locala Health and Wellbeing; Lower Hopton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in England seeks a dedicated Medicines Optimisation Pharmacist. This part-time, fixed-term role focuses on effective medicines management within healthcare settings, emphasizing collaboration with professionals in the field. Candidates must be registered pharmacists with excellent communication skills and knowledge of medicines optimisation. The position promises opportunities for professional development and teamwork. Applications are welcomed from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous pension scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in medicines optimisation and safety.
• Ability to apply legislation and best practices in the healthcare setting.
• Experience working collaboratively with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Join the Medicines Optimisation Team to support effective medicines management.
• Conduct clinical medication and falls reviews.
• Provide education and support to patients on their medicines.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Knowledge of medicines optimisation

Ability to work in a team

Education

Registered Pharmacist

Job description

Medicines Optimisation Pharmacist

Band 6 - £38,682 - £46,580

22.5 hours per week

Fixed Term - 12 months

Responsibilities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated, patient focused pharmacist with excellent communication skills to join our supportive and friendly Medicines Optimisation Team.

You will work alongside pharmacy, nursing and other health care professionals to support and deliver effective medicines optimisation within Locala’s intermediate care and recovery hub settings and will reconcile medicines, undertake clinical medication and falls reviews, provide advice on medicines usage, and deliver education and support to maximise patient’s independence with their medicines.

You will be a registered pharmacist who demonstrates an excellent knowledge and understanding of medicines optimisation, safety, legislation and best practice and be able to apply these in an intermediate care setting. You will have outstanding interpersonal skills and demonstrate the ability to communicate with a range of colleagues and health care professionals.

This is a part time 12 months fixed-term maternity cover post based predominantly at Ings Grove House, but travel may be expected depending on business needs (expenses would be paid) therefore, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred.

The role will provide a brilliant opportunity for the right candidate to develop their knowledge and skills.

Find out more about Locala through our Thrive Strategy.

For full details of the role see Job Description & Person Specification.

For more information please contact Heather Hill at [e-mail].

Please note – this position will be subject to a DBS check.

Closing date – 10/12/2025

We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than the stated date should we receive sufficient applications.

About us

Here at Locala we are part of the community and have often cared for generations within the same family and continue to be part of the NHS family also delivering care under the same ethos.

Locala Health and Wellbeing embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from people from all backgrounds with our ambition to have a workforce that represents the wider communities we live and work within, which you can support us to achieve.

We are an organisation that celebrates and values the individuality of our colleagues lived experiences and can adapt accordingly, recognising the value inclusivity brings when delivering equitable, high quality healthcare to our local communities. Where everyone feels valued, has the ability to develop, has flexible working opportunities, with a sense of belonging, supported by our Inclusivity Groups.

“Locala is a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and as such any disabled applicants who meets all the essential criteria are guaranteed to be invited to the assessment process.”

Benefits

• Flexible working - We are committed to supporting our colleagues to have a good work-life balance and welcome conversations about flexible working wherever possible.
• Generous pension - We offer a generous, defined contribution, pension scheme with matched contribution + 2% up to a maximum of 8%
• Refer a Friend Scheme - If you know a friend or family member who works at Locala on a substantive contract, you may be able to take advantage of our Refer a Friend Scheme. You both could receive a reward of £500 each, after you have successfully started your role with us.