Overview
Highly Specialist Informatics Pharmacist
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.
Job responsibilities
* Lead the implementation and optimisation of the Trust-wide EPMA system to ensure safe, effective medicines management.
* Collaborate with clinical and digital teams to ensure system integration and compliance with national standards.
* Provide accurate medicine data for billing and support business continuity during system downtimes.
* Develop and deliver EPMA training for staff across the organisation.
Experience & Skills Required
* GPhC-registered pharmacist with a Masters degree and postgraduate clinical pharmacy qualification.
* Strong leadership, change management, and communication skills.
* Experience with electronic prescribing systems and working in multidisciplinary teams.
* Proven ability to teach, manage others, and develop policies.
Additional Information
* Participation in the EPMA on-call rota is required, including occasional weekend and overnight support (typically 1 in 6 weekends).
* No driving license required, but flexibility to work across Trust sites may be needed.
* Compliance with NHS and Trust policies, including safeguarding and information governance, is essential.
Job Details
* Date posted: 10 October 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: 8a
* Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 per year, or pro rata
* Contract: Secondment
* Working pattern: Part-time
* Reference number: 188-CLN200925
* Job locations: Southampton General Hospital, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD
Essential qualifications, knowledge and experience
* Master's Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent level of experience.
* General Pharmaceutical Council registration as a practising pharmacist.
* Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy practice.
* Foundation management training or relevant experience.
* Specialist knowledge of electronic prescribing and pharmacy computer systems (e.g., CareFlow Medicine Management).
* Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Sound knowledge of clinical pharmacy services acquired in a suitable specialty.
* Experience of audit and evaluative work.
* Teaching and tutoring experience; experience of supervising others; change management experience.
Desirable qualifications
* MSc in clinical pharmacy or equivalent experience.
* Management qualification or equivalent experience.
* Independent Prescribing qualification.
* Evidence of Advanced Stage 2 or Mastery competencies in the RPS Advanced Pharmacy Framework related to medical or surgical patients.
* Leadership qualification or experience.
* Understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas.
* Faculty of Informatics member; Project Management training or qualification.
* Experience of managing others; formal teaching training.
Trust values
* Patient First
* Working Together
* Always Improving
Other information
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as per Rehabilitation of Offenders Act requirements.
* Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered.
* UK registration with current professional status is required.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. We support flexible working where possible to help staff balance work with personal commitments.
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