Senior Pharmacist Medicines Advice

Main area Medicines Information Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Weekend rota. On-call rota.) Job ref 271-CCS-7451110 Employer Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Town London Salary £56,276 - £63,176 Inclusive per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 21/12/2025 23:59 Interview date 14/01/2026 Band 7 Job overview We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Medicines Information Pharmacist to join and lead our Medicines Advice Team at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (GOSH). Our Medicines Information Service provides advice on all aspects of medicines use, and aims to support the safe and efficient use of medicines. Our service receives and manages enquiries from a range of enquirers including, but not limited to, healthcare professionals throughout the Trust, healthcare professionals from around the country, and parents/carers of our patients. The role also includes a clinical commitment, with ward commitment to support the clinical specialties at GOSH, and support of Drug and Therapeutic committee (DTC) submissions. GOSH is an exciting place to work at the cutting edge of medicines use for children globally. The Pharmacy Department is well regarded and holds a host of expertise. You will work with inspirational colleagues across Pharmacy and clinical directorates to deliver high quality medicines advice. There is opportunity to build your professional network and reputation both locally and nationally as we look to review and expand our Medicines Information Service. Main duties of the job You will have the responsibility to lead and manage the medicines enquiry answering service. Answers provided will be formulated using robust search strategies, underpinned by evidence-based resources where possible, and effectively appraised literature. You will be an integral part of the wider Medicines Governance Team, and therefore, have: Superb communication and interpersonal skills An analytical approach to literature searching and evaluation Excellent time management and organisational skills An exceptional attitude to team working You will have experience in provision of a Medicines Information Service and some paediatric experience is desirable, but not essential. Working for our organisation GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed. We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person specification GOSH Culture and Values Our Always values Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace. Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Registered with the GPhC Post-graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent Experience/Knowledge A working knowledge/overview of what Medicines Information is as a service, including how information is taken in, recorded, and analysed Experience delivering ward based clinical pharmacy services/previous experience working within a clinical setting as part of a multidisciplinary team Prior experience of supervision/training of junior staff members Prior experience working directly within a Medicines Information service/department and use of MiDatabank An awareness and understanding of the National Medicines Information strategy and key resources available Knowledge or prior experience of use of medicines within paediatrics Knowledge of NHS commissioning, national guidelines and governing policies, an understanding of management of medicines finances/budgets Previous experience of undertaking clinical audit, QI project or research Skills/Abilities Ability to be self-sufficient, to work independently and apply professional judgement to working scenarios Ability to present complex information in a way and at a level that is appropriate to the recipient Working knowledge of Office 365 including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Excel Please be advised that: The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview. The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist. We are an accredited Living Wage Employer. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Name Hong ThoongJob title Lead PharmacistEmail address Hong.Thoong@gosh.nhs.ukTelephone number 02078298608 For further information, or an informal visit, please contact Isabel Clee - Senior Specialist pharmacist – Medicines Advice via 020 7829 8608 or email:isabel.clee@gosh.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr