At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead pharmacy strategy and optimise medicines for better patient care.
- Company: Join the NHS, a trusted leader in healthcare.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, full-time hours, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Permanent role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of pharmacy and impact patient lives directly.
- Qualifications: Expertise in pharmacy and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63700 - 122695 £ per year.
As the ICS Chief Pharmacist, you will provide expert strategic and operational advice to the ICB and wider ICS partners on pharmacy and medicines matters. This includes responsibilities such as shaping the ICS understanding of medicines optimisation, providing leadership for delegated commissioning responsibilities, overseeing the Medicines Optimisation function, and ensuring compliance with legislative frameworks. You will lead the development of the three pillars of the team, ensuring services are patient-centered, safe, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic advice on pharmacy and medicines in line with national and regional policy.
- Shape and influence ICS understanding of medicines optimisation and pharmacy.
- Ensure compliance with legislative frameworks related to medicines optimisation and pharmacy services.
- Lead delegated commissioning responsibilities, including community pharmacy and high-cost drugs.
- Oversee the ICB’s Medicines Optimisation function, ensuring efficacy and development of commissioning roles.
- Manage ICB medicines and pharmacy allocations and commissioning.
- Deliver a comprehensive integrated pharmacy service with a focus on high-quality care and patient safety.
- Represent or deputise at regional/national/international levels on pharmacy and medicines issues.
- Provide advice and direction to public health teams to support the delivery of the public health strategy.
Note: Only applications submitted through the NHS Jobs website will be considered.
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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.
