An exciting opportunity has arisen for an innovative and enthusiastic pharmacist to play a key role in the continued development of Integrated Neighbourhood Teams across South East London for a fixed term of 12 months. This role focuses on optimising medicines use and improving outcomes for people living with multiple long-term conditions, particularly cardiovascular, renal and metabolic (CVRM) disease. Working closely with the Lead Neighbourhood Pharmacist for CVRM, you will help deliver a person‑centred, integrated model of care. The postholder will contribute to transforming services for people with complex health needs, improving patient experience, enhancing clinical outcomes and supporting more efficient and effective ways of working across the system.,
- Deputise for the Principal Pharmacist and/or the Lead Neighbourhood Pharmacist CVRM as required.
- Act as a specialist role model and an expert in the medical management of LTCs within cardiovascular, renal and metabolic specialities.
- Support the leadership of clinical pharmacy services in cardiovascular, renal and metabolic specialities in conjunction with the Lead Pharmacist.
- Participate regularly in outpatient clinics to deliver and promote high quality, cost-effective and patient-focused pharmaceutical care.
- Act as a pharmacist independent prescriber to optimise the care of patients within CVRM.
- Ensure a high level of clinical pharmacy input to the care of patients within CVRM.
- Providing interface and discharge liaison and support.
- Actively participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds, delivering and promoting high quality, cost effective, patient-focused pharmaceutical care.
- Provide patient and carer education with close liaison across the interface.
- Promote safe drug use within CVRM specialties.
- Development, implementation and audit of local guidelines.
- Supervise and train pharmacy staff.
- Provide education and training of healthcare professionals within and outside the Trust.
- To participate in practice and clinical research and audit.
- To work with the Principal Pharmacist and Lead Pharmacist, to extend the boundaries of professional practice within chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular and diabetes.
- Have significant clinical experience in the management of multiple long-term conditions including chronic kidney disease/ cardiovascular disease/diabetes.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care
- Possess influencing skills required to work effectively across the healthcare system
- Demonstrate experience in service development, quality improvement and delivering change
- Demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills
- Be innovative, proactive and able to work effectively across organisational boundarie
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff. Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsiby, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
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Specialist Neighbourhood Pharmacist Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolic in City of Westminster employer: Kings College Hospital
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can lead a dedicated anaesthetic team while contributing to teaching and research. With a strong focus on professional development, the Trust provides ample opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement, all within the supportive community of Princess Royal University Hospital, known for its commitment to high-quality patient care and innovative practices.