We are pleased to offer an excellent progression opportunity for a motivated pharmacist to take a leading role in delivering specialist clinical pharmacy services across Women and Children’s services at Bedford Hospital. This includes maternity, neonatology, paediatrics, gynaecology, and supporting patients with complex and high‑risk medicines needs.
Responsibilities
* Lead, supervise and act as a role model for pharmacists to plan, develop and deliver a specialist clinical pharmacy service aligned with the priorities of the Clinical Service Line (CSL). Ensure compliance with local and national policies, legislation and best practice to guarantee the safe, effective and cost‑efficient use of medicines and staff resources.
* Take responsibility for achieving defined service KPIs, working closely with other Lead Pharmacists to ensure consistency and quality.
* Provide specialist pharmaceutical care, including non‑medical prescribing within the agreed scope of practice, while managing risk and ensuring adherence to clinical guidance.
* Support the CSL and Pharmacy Department in fulfilling risk management, financial management and clinical governance responsibilities related to medicines use.
* Lead and contribute to clinical pharmacy audits and research within critical care, actively participating in projects that enhance patient safety.
* Deliver clinical supervision for junior pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy assistants and pre‑registration pharmacists.
* Serve as a professional role model to all clinical pharmacy staff, demonstrating integrity, accountability and leadership in every aspect of the role.
Qualifications & Development
Band 7 and Band 8a candidates will be considered. Candidates should have experience across a range of clinical specialties and a strong interest in women's and children's care. The role offers opportunities to develop expertise and progress from Specialist Pharmacist to Advanced Specialist Pharmacist, with support for professional development and access to relevant training.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. The Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.
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