Specialist Pharmacist – High-Cost Drugs & Home Care

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Coventry is seeking a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist to manage high cost drugs and home-care service provision. The role involves project management, ensuring cost-effective schemes, and collaboration with clinical teams across various specialties. Candidates should have relevant clinical pharmacy experience and a solid understanding of commissioning policies. This position offers a vital role in improving patient care with an anticipated step-up program over 12-24 months.

Qualifications

• Provide an immunisation and vaccination report from your current UK occupational health provider or UK GP.
• Relevant experience in clinical pharmacy, preferably in high cost drug management.
• Understanding of commissioning policies and financial aspects of drug usage.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery of High Cost Drugs and Home-care services.
• Support implementation of cost-effective schemes related to high cost drug usage.
• Ensure rational prescribing protocols and treatment pathways are in place.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy experience

High cost drug management

Understanding of commissioning policies

Job description

A leading NHS Trust in Coventry is seeking a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist to manage high cost drugs and home-care service provision. The role involves project management, ensuring cost-effective schemes, and collaboration with clinical teams across various specialties. Candidates should have relevant clinical pharmacy experience and a solid understanding of commissioning policies. This position offers a vital role in improving patient care with an anticipated step-up program over 12-24 months.