Job summary
Would you like the opportunity to play a crucial lead pharmacist role as a part of a progressive, patient focused Pharmacy service?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team to lead on the delivery of high-quality evidence based, and cost-effective medicines use across Somerset NHS Foundation with a particular focus on high cost drugs and the implementation of newly commissioned medicines and therapies.
If you are interested but don't feel that you are quite ready for a lead pharmacist role, we are also able to offer this post as a developmental role, commencing at Band 8a and progressing to a Band 8b once you are able to meet the full requirements and responsibilities of the post.
This post can be based at either Musgrove Park or Yeovil District Hospitals.
Main duties of the job
As the Lead Pharmacist Clinical Effectiveness, you will work closely with Trust clinical leads, pharmacy management team and ICB and NHSE regional specialist commissioning teams, support the development and implementation of effective and efficient patient focused treatment pathways
As a key member of the Trusts Drug and Therapeutics Committee you will manage the Trust formulary with a robust evidenced based approach, alongside clear implementation plans for new therapies, formulary decisions and the implementation of NICE and commissioner endorsed treatments.
You will provide clinical pharmacy leadership and service delivery to agreed specialist clinical teams and as a member of the clinical pharmacy team, contribute to the delivery of general high-quality ward based clinical pharmacy services meeting the needs of patients and healthcare professionals within the Trust, as agreed with the Associate Director of Pharmacy.
If you are a motivated and visionary pharmacist looking to make a significant impact in clinical effectiveness, we would love to hear from you.
About us
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated Trust providing acute, mental health and community health services for the people of Somerset. The Trust provides services for Community Health and Mental Health from multiple inpatient units and community sites, throughout Somerset. The Trust has 2 acute sites, Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil District Hospital.
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Details Date posted
28 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£62,215 to £72,293 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
184-OL-PU-539
Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Masters degree or equivalent in PharmacyPostgraduate Diploma and/or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy and/or General Pharmacy PracticeRegistered independent prescriber or expectation to complete prescribing qualificationCommitment and evidence of professional updating and formal continuous professional developmentFull current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Desirable
* A recognised NHS leadership qualification or equivalent
Experience Essential
* Demonstrable pharmacy experience delivering clinical pharmacy practice at an advanced level (min 5 years) Significant experience in clinical pharmacy management of complex patients Demonstrable clinical pharmacy experience of general medicine, general surgery (including non-specialist service provision to acute and emergency patients)Working as part of a multi-professional team within a clinical/ward environment Significant experience of in-house one-to-one teaching, including clinical training and/or mentoring of pharmacy staff Experience of staff management, appraisal and objective setting Familiarity with national and local medicine commissioning
Desirable
* Financial management
Additional Criteria Essential
* Maintains a broad knowledge of clinical and pharmacy practiceUnderstanding of NHS drug budgets, providers and commissioners (ICB, NHSE Specialised commissioning etc)Ability to locate and analyse data and provide unbiased assessment to facilitate the safe and effective use of medicines especially in areas where information is lacking and professional opinion differs Literature evaluation skills, including critical appraisal and related epidemiological skills Negotiation and influencing skills Able to co-ordinate and manage audit and improvement project work. High quality communication skills: written, verbal, telephonic and the ability to work virtually using electronic means such as MS TeamsMethodical with effective organisational skills in the workplace.Able to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines.Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressureAbility to travel between SFT acute hospital sites given poor public transport links, external meetings, local and national
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Masters degree or equivalent in PharmacyPostgraduate Diploma and/or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy and/or General Pharmacy PracticeRegistered independent prescriber or expectation to complete prescribing qualificationCommitment and evidence of professional updating and formal continuous professional developmentFull current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Desirable
* A recognised NHS leadership qualification or equivalent
Experience Essential
* Demonstrable pharmacy experience delivering clinical pharmacy practice at an advanced level (min 5 years) Significant experience in clinical pharmacy management of complex patients Demonstrable clinical pharmacy experience of general medicine, general surgery (including non-specialist service provision to acute and emergency patients)Working as part of a multi-professional team within a clinical/ward environment Significant experience of in-house one-to-one teaching, including clinical training and/or mentoring of pharmacy staff Experience of staff management, appraisal and objective setting Familiarity with national and local medicine commissioning
Desirable
* Financial management
Additional Criteria Essential
* Maintains a broad knowledge of clinical and pharmacy practiceUnderstanding of NHS drug budgets, providers and commissioners (ICB, NHSE Specialised commissioning etc)Ability to locate and analyse data and provide unbiased assessment to facilitate the safe and effective use of medicines especially in areas where information is lacking and professional opinion differs Literature evaluation skills, including critical appraisal and related epidemiological skills Negotiation and influencing skills Able to co-ordinate and manage audit and improvement project work. High quality communication skills: written, verbal, telephonic and the ability to work virtually using electronic means such as MS TeamsMethodical with effective organisational skills in the workplace.Able to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines.Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressureAbility to travel between SFT acute hospital sites given poor public transport links, external meetings, local and national
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Employer's website
https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Employer's website
https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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