Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a Chief Pharmacist at Frimley NHS Trust, a unique chance to lead, innovate, and make a real impact.
In this pivotal role, you'll provide strategic leadership for pharmacy services, act as the Superintendent Pharmacist, and deliver expert medicines management advice to the Chief Executive and Board.
You'll drive progressive strategies, optimise medicines use across the local health economy, and advance electronic prescribing for improved patient safety.
Main duties of the job KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide professional leadership for pharmacy services, fulfilling the statutory and ethical requirements of the Superintendent Pharmacist role as defined by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Be accountable for the delivery of pharmacy services aligned with the Trust's strategic direction, ensuring they are patient-focused, safe, efficient, and responsive to internal and external demands.
Develop and implement strategic plans for pharmacy services and oversee clinical governance, including risk management.
Provide specialist expertise and governance to the Chief Executive, with corporate responsibility for all aspects of medicines management, including NHS Litigation Authority (NHSLA) standards, CQC requirements, and Department of Health (DH) performance frameworks.
Foster staff behaviours aligned with Trust values and promote collaborative, patient-centred care.
Ensure the safe and cost-effective use of medicines across the health economy, working with primary and community partners.
Provide innovative leadership within the Trust and the wider ICS, supporting research and service development.
Oversee audits of pharmacy services and coordinate research and development in medicines management.
Take corporate accountability for the safety and effectiveness of the electronic prescribing system and contribute to national discussions on the development and delivery of pharmacy services.
About us Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.
We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached candidate briefing pack and job description and person specification for detailed information on the main responsibilities.
Person Specification Qualifcation Essential Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (MRPharmS) Master's degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent Postgraduate clinical qualification and evidence of CPD Experience Essential oExtensive senior-level NHS pharmacy experience.
oStrong communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities, with a proven capacity to lead, inspire, and manage service change and staff.
oSkilled at working across boundaries and making effective, prompt decisions in complex and variable situations.
oAdept at identifying and implementing the potential of information technology to enhance services.
oExcellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
oEffective in influencing, negotiating, and motivating others to achieve goals.
Skills and Knowledge Essential oExtensive experience as a senior hospital pharmacist within the NHS, with a proven track record in strategically developing pharmacy services.
Skills & Knowledge Essential oExtensive experience as a senior hospital pharmacist within the NHS, with a proven track record in strategically developing pharmacy services.
oSkilled in managing large teams and maintaining strong relationships with clinicians, finance, and senior managers.
oExperienced in leading significant change management projects and delivering successful outcomes.
oStrong clinical pharmacy background with managerial expertise in patient services.
oIn-depth knowledge of legal principles related to medicines management and rationing decisions.
oProficient in business planning, including project and financial management, human resource management, and the interpretation, analysis, and presentation of data.
oDemonstrates a comprehensive understanding of current pharmacy and NHS issues.