At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage pharmacy services, ensuring high standards and strategic development.
- Company: Join the NHS, a trusted healthcare provider with a commitment to excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and impact in the community.
- Why this job: Be a key player in transforming pharmacy services and improving patient care.
- Qualifications: Experience in pharmacy leadership and a passion for healthcare.
The predicted salary is between 41700 - 81138 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Deputy Chief Pharmacist to join our team at NHS Jobs. This role is crucial in providing leadership, development, strategy, and management of all pharmaceutical services within the Trust. The successful candidate will support the Chief Pharmacist and deputize in their absence across various forums, including external engagements.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership and Management
- Support to Chief Pharmacist: Assist in all aspects of department management and deputize for the Chief Pharmacist when needed.
- Day-to-Day Management: Ensure smooth operation of the pharmacy department, maintaining high standards of service.
- Team Leadership: Line manage senior pharmacists, advanced practitioner pharmacists, and the Senior Pharmacy Team, including performance management and appraisals.
- Strategic Development
- Non-Medical Prescribing Lead: Implement the Non-Medical Prescribing (NMP) strategy as delegated by the Chief Nurse/Pharmacist.
- Clinical Governance: Oversee clinical risk management, ensuring compliance with legislation.
- Change Management Projects: Lead designated pharmacy change projects, including EPR and NMP initiatives.
- Policy Development: Create and update relevant policies and standard operating procedures for pharmacy services.
- Education and Training
- Staff Development: Lead the education, training, and development of all pharmacy staff, including senior pharmacists and the Teacher Practitioner Lead Pharmacist.
- Resource Management
- Resource Utilization: Collaborate with the Chief Pharmacist on workforce planning, skill mix reviews, and implementation of new roles.
- Service Standards: Develop, implement, and monitor standards for pharmacy services within the Trust.
- Recruitment: Participate in recruitment processes, including short-listing, interviewing, and appointing new staff.
If you are passionate about pharmacy services and looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, apply now to join our team. Please refer to the attached Job Description (JD) and Person Specification (PS) for more detailed information about the role and responsibilities.
Full Time Deputy Chief Pharmacist Required – Apply now in Birmingham employer: jobs pharmaguidelines
Join NHS Jobs as a Foundation Pharmacist in the beautiful coastal town of Torquay, where you will embark on a rewarding two-year rotation programme designed to enhance your clinical skills and professional development. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration within a multidisciplinary healthcare team, ensuring that you play a vital role in optimizing patient care while enjoying opportunities for continuous learning and growth. With a commitment to quality improvement and a focus on evidence-based practices, NHS Jobs offers a fulfilling environment for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare.
