Lead Pharmacist for Medicines Management
3 weeks ago
Job Overview
We are pleased to announce a unique opportunity to become a part of the Pharmacy team at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as the Lead Pharmacist for Medicines Management, Formulary Development & Information Services.
Reporting directly to the Head of Medicines Governance, Safety & Quality, this role will oversee the Medicines Use team, which includes the Medicines Information service, management of high-cost medicines, and coordination of the Drugs & Therapeutics Committee activities.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Medication Safety Officer and other Principal Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians across various operational areas, as well as with clinical service lines. Additionally, you will engage with finance, information teams, clinicians, and partners throughout the Integrated Care System (ICS).
You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective reporting systems to ensure robust governance regarding medicines use and financial oversight across all Trust sites.
We encourage you to continue any previous clinical specialization you may have.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the Medicines Use Teams (Commissioning, Formulary Development, and Medicines Information) at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This includes:
a. Managing the operational activities and work plan of the Trust's Drugs and Therapeutics Committee,
b. Overseeing the maintenance of the joint medicines formulary in collaboration with partners,
c. Coordinating the commissioning of high-cost medicines not covered by the National Tariff Payment System, including liaising with commissioners on related issues,
d. Managing the operational aspects of the Medicines Information Service,
e. Leading the Trust's medicines Cost Improvement Plan (CIP),
f. Supervising the education and training of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other staff involved in medicines use.
2. Direct the operations and work program of the Bedfordshire Hospitals Drugs and Therapeutics Committee and collaborate closely with the Professional Secretary for the BLMK Area Prescribing Committee.
3. Serve as a professional role model for all registered clinical pharmacy staff, demonstrating integrity, accountability, and leadership in all aspects of the role.
About Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital services to a diverse population of approximately 700,000 individuals across two main hospital sites. Both facilities offer essential services, including Accident & Emergency, Obstetrics-led Maternity, and Paediatrics.
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive and high-performing Trust dedicated to the health and well-being of its staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in the region, we offer a robust program of training and development opportunities to foster your career growth.
Our state-of-the-art facilities position us at the forefront of innovative healthcare delivery. The Trust is committed to providing the highest quality patient care through the application of advanced clinical knowledge and technology.
Please ensure you review all attached documents to familiarize yourself with the job requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Qualifications
Master's degree in Pharmacy with GPhC registration Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalentDesirable Qualifications
Membership in a professional body such as RPS or UKCPA Postgraduate MSc in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent Approved management or leadership qualificationEssential Experience
Extensive experience in a hospital pharmacy setting Proven ability to work with and influence senior medical and nursing staff Experience in leading and managing a team, including performance evaluations Proficient in policy development and implementation Experience in evaluating new medicines and their indications Skilled in monitoring medicine budgets and advising clinical teams on improvement opportunities Ability to work accurately under pressure and manage time effectively Experience in implementing cost-efficiency plans at a Trust-wide level Experience in running a prescribing committee or similarDesirable Experience
Active involvement in pharmacy professional groups or networks Experience with high-cost drug implementation and monitoring Familiarity with HCD systems such as Blueteq Understanding of managing individual funding requestsEssential Knowledge
Advanced understanding of Medicines Information, Commissioning, and Formulary processes Proficient in using medicines information systemsDesirable Knowledge
Understanding of the commissioning of high-cost medicines at a system level Comprehensive knowledge of trust management of patient data and activity coding-
Lead Pharmacist for Medicines Management
3 weeks ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob Overview We are pleased to announce a remarkable opportunity to become a part of the Pharmacy team at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as the Lead Pharmacist for Medicines Management, Formulary, and Information Services. Reporting directly to the Head of Medicines Governance, Safety & Quality, this role will involve overseeing our...
-
Lead Pharmacist for Medicines Management
3 weeks ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob Overview We are pleased to announce a remarkable opportunity to become a part of the Pharmacy team at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as the Lead Pharmacist for Medicines Management, Formulary Development & Information Services. Reporting directly to the Head of Medicines Governance, Safety & Quality, this role will oversee the...
-
Lead Pharmacist for Medicines Management
3 weeks ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timePosition Overview We are pleased to announce a remarkable opportunity to become a part of the Pharmacy team at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as the Lead Pharmacist for Medicines Management, Formulary Development & Information Services. Reporting directly to the Head of Medicines Governance, Safety & Quality, this role will serve as the...
-
Senior Clinical Pharmacist
4 days ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom East London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at East London NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Primary Care Directorate, you will play a vital role in providing expert clinical pharmacy services to our patients and staff.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide clinical leadership for medicines...
-
Senior Clinical Pharmacist
6 days ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom East London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at East London NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Primary Care Directorate, you will play a vital role in providing expert clinical pharmacy services to our patients and staff.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide clinical leadership for medicines...
-
Senior Clinical Pharmacist
11 hours ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom East London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at East London NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Primary Care Directorate, you will play a vital role in providing expert clinical pharmacy services to our patients and staff.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide clinical leadership for medicines...
-
Senior Clinical Pharmacist
8 hours ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom East London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at East London NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Primary Care Directorate, you will play a vital role in providing expert clinical pharmacy services to our patients and staff.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide clinical leadership for medicines...
-
Lead Pharmacist
2 weeks ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced pharmacist to join our team as the Lead Pharmacist - Medication Safety and Governance at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Key ResponsibilitiesTo support the Medicines Use and Quality Manager in improving medication safety within the trust and ensuring good clinical governance and risk...
-
Lead Pharmacist
4 days ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team as the Lead Pharmacist for Medication Safety and Governance. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Medication Safety Officer in...
-
Lead Pharmacist
6 days ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team as the Lead Pharmacist for Medication Safety and Governance. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Medication Safety Officer in...
-
Lead Pharmacist
12 hours ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team as the Lead Pharmacist for Medication Safety and Governance. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the improvement of medication safety across our organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Medication...
-
Lead Pharmacist
15 hours ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team as the Lead Pharmacist for Medication Safety and Governance. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the improvement of medication safety across our organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Medication...
-
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Work Learn Live Blmk Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced pharmacist to lead our medication safety and governance efforts. As the Lead Pharmacist for Medication Safety and Governance, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe use of medications across our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport Medication Safety Initiatives: Collaborate with...
-
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Work Learn Live Blmk Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced pharmacist to lead our medication safety and governance efforts. As the Lead Pharmacist for Medication Safety and Governance, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe use of medications across our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport Medication Safety Initiatives: Collaborate with...
-
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timePosition Overview We are pleased to announce a significant opportunity within the Pharmacy division at our healthcare facility for the role of Lead Pharmacist for Operations and Quality Management. Reporting directly to the Head of Pharmacy, you will be an integral part of the leadership team, contributing to the strategic vision of the Pharmacy...
-
Lead Pharmacist for Intensive Care Services
3 weeks ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob Title: Lead Pharmacist for Critical Care Unit and Clinical Pharmacy ServicesCompany: Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustWe are excited to present an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated pharmacist to spearhead clinical pharmacy services within the critical care unit, recovery areas, and surgical theatres at our hospital. This facility provides...
-
Clinical Haematology Pharmacist
3 weeks ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeOverview of the Role We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Clinical Haematology Pharmacist to become a vital part of our skilled and welcoming team, focused on delivering an exceptional clinical service in Oncology and Haematology, alongside the provision of aseptic products. This position is ideal for candidates with prior hospital experience,...
-
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob Title: Clinical Pharmacist at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustWe are seeking an experienced clinical pharmacist to lead and develop specialist pharmacy services for the pre-operative assessment clinic and surgical Clinical Service Lines.Main Responsibilities:Lead and develop specialist pharmacy services for the pre-operative assessment clinic...
-
Senior Clinical Pharmacist
3 weeks ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob Title: Lead Pharmacist for Critical Care Unit and Clinical Pharmacy ServicesCompany: Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustWe are excited to present an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated pharmacist to spearhead clinical pharmacy services within the critical care unit, recovery areas, and surgical theatres at our healthcare facility. This site...
-
Pharmacist Specialist
3 weeks ago
Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob Title: Lead Pharmacist for Critical Care Unit and Clinical Pharmacy ServicesCompany: Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustWe are excited to present an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated pharmacist to spearhead clinical pharmacy services within the critical care unit, recovery areas, and surgical theatres at our hospital. This facility is...
