Total 10 Director/C-Level pharmacist job vacancies in London, W2 1NY

A Vacancy at North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust.


Are you looking for the opportunity to develop your skills in a forward-thinking and innovative pharmacy team? We would like to invite you to consider joining us in delivering our Pharmacy Vision of excellence. You will be working with our enthusiastic and dynamic team in providing the best clinical service for patients by working closely with other healthcare professionals.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, experienced hospital pharmacist with good clinical skills and managerial skills with a working knowledge of the medicines optimisation agenda.
The post holder will provide, at highly specialist level, clinical pharmacy services to paediatrics and maternity and will be responsible for ensuring that appropriate mechanisms are in place to promote high quality drug use, effective risk management, clinical governance and adherence to trust policies and guidelines concerning medicines use.The post holder will have designated areas of responsibility, which will vary from time to time according to the needs of the service and projects that require to be delivered including:

To lead, deliver, develop and evaluate pharmacy dispensary services provision to the Trust.To provide professional leadership to the dispensary-based pharmacists. It is expected that the management of dispensary services will account for around 20-30% of the post holder’s time including daily presence in the dispensary.It is expected that the post holder’s contribution to the service will result in an improvement of dispensary KPIs.
North Mid is part of North Central London integrated care system – consisting of the NHS and Local authority organisations in Camden, Islington, Barnet, Enfield and Haringey. As with other ICS’s, we are working increasingly closely with partners and indeed many of our financial and performance objectives are measured at this system level. Whilst all organisations remain as standalone, statutory bodies we have an ICS infrastructure for making shared decisions and agreeing shared approaches.

We are proud of our staff and want to ensure their training allows them to provide excellent clinical care. We are also a training unit for medical students from UCL and St George’s University Grenada, and for nursing and midwifery students from Middlesex and City Universities.

Take a tour of our hospitalhere

Lead the pharmacy services to paediatrics and maternity.

Lead the dispensary pharmacy services.

Provide a high level of expert clinical pharmacy input as part of the multidisciplinary team within paediatric and obstetric medicine to improve and enhance the quality of patient care. To provide pharmaceutical support and advice to paediatric and maternity inpatients and outpatients.

To act as the line manager for the paediatric and maternity specialist clinical pharmacists and the chief technician, dispensary.

To co-ordinate and deliver on clinical governance initiatives relating to medicines management and use within the area of paediatric and maternity medicine.

Manage and develop staff assigned to dispensary and monitor their performance using Trust policies and procedures and local guidelines for performance reviews and that staff motivation and direction are given through appraisal, general communication and specific feedback. To undertake performance review for all staff managed by this post and report to the Chief Pharmacist.


This advert closes on Thursday 12 Dec 2024

A Vacancy at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.


The Imperial pharmacy department has recently revised its leadership team structure to reflect our ambitious and wide ranging medicines optimisation strategy. We are excited to announce a new 8c Associate Chief Pharmacist position within our leadership group, with responsibility for our education and training teams and a number of our specialist pharmacy teams. The role will be extremely rewarding and requires an individual who is experienced in working at a strategic level with a range of stakeholders. The post holder will actively contribute to an already dynamic team, to lead and develop the workforce delivery plan to support the development, wellbeing, expertise and impact of our staff across the organisation.

Are you committed to making a difference with senior colleagues at a large cutting edge prestigious teaching Trust? Does supporting teams of expert clinical pharmacy staff excite you? Do you have an eye to future opportunities and different ways of working, and the drive to effect change? Do you have a passion for developing people to heights of their potential? If so - we would be delighted to hear from you.
• To lead, manage, maintain, plan and co-ordinate all areas of responsibility (Pharmacy Clinical Services, Education & Training Teams for all sites) at Imperial in line with Trust Priorities and Pharmacy strategic objectives.
• To ensure delivery of high quality services which are patient focused and consistent across the Trust sites.
• To ensure services are provided in accordance with current regulations, best practice and legal requirements.
• To set standards for services, monitor performance, and ensure that services are provided efficiently and in accordance with the needs of users.
• To develop, train, motivate and encourage staff working within the team and the department as a whole.
• To support the Pharmacy Leadership team in the development, maintenance and implementation of the annual business plans and service strategies for the department.
• To act as the Operational Site Lead as required in the absence of the respective Deputy Chief Pharmacist (s) as required.

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview..



The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.


This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

The post holder will work across the NW London ICS to support the ICS Chief Pharmacist manage the effective working of medicines governance & access and delivery objectives of the NW London-wide Medicines Optimisation Team. The post holder will have responsibility for the operational management of the Medicines Governance & Access specialism. The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation. To provide the management and strategic support to the NW London IMOC and its subcommittee/groups around medicines in NW London as determined by the Chief Pharmacist. Ensure that NW London operates an effective and efficient committee structure with appropriate governance to facilitate medicines optimisation for the system, and ensure the team provides high quality secretarial support to medicines-related committees/groups. To drive implementation and ensure alignment of the activities and decisions made by the IMOC across the local health economy. Establish effective working relationships with colleagues in NW London IMOC partner organisations to ensure maximal engagement and delivery of the NW London IMOCs objectives. Ensure expert support and input to the medicines processes of Individual Funding Requests for high cost drugs. To support the ICS Chief Pharmacist with the work of national work programs as appropriate, such as high cost drugs and the use of digital enablers to improve outcomes from medicines. Operational management of the Medicines Governance and Access specialism to deliver the strategic aims of the four ICB objectives and as required by the ICS Chief Pharmacist. Working within the overall strategic objectives, devise and lead the implementation and delivery of medicines optimisation work. This will require using own highly specialist knowledge and experience to appraise options, influence others and create evidence where it is lacking. Responsibility for the integration of medicines optimisation across NW London interface to deliver measurable improvements in medicines optimisation and health outcomes. Support the ICS Chief Pharmacist in building and maintaining effective relationships with system leaders and other stakeholders and leading evolution of the system wide Medicines Optimisation strategy. Accountable for working collaboratively in the development and implementation of qualitative and quantitative measures to determine performance against medicines optimisation programs. Report progress against the program through personal representation and by written reports at relevant meetings and groups. Develop and implement schemes and frameworks to ensure legal, safe, cost effective and best value use of medicines in NHS services, driving change for national and locally agreed targets relating to medicines management. Ensure coherent system and financial management for drugs across the local healthcare system, including through deep collaboration with Trusts, relevant IMOC and delegated subgroups. Ensure that any medicines optimisation work that can be done once for NW London is done only once. Engage with key pharmacy leads to inform development of strategy and policies and identify examples of national and international best practice. To drive collaborative working across the local health economy through engagement and building relationships with the Committees internal and external stakeholders. To be a champion for the NW London IMOC and the programme of Pharmacy work across the system. The role will take guidance from corporate or national policies and guidelines and have overall corporate accountability for own specialism. To provide highly specialist pharmaceutical advice and make recommendations for effective strategies, providing expertise and clear leadership to stakeholders and partners to deliver safe, effective and evidence-based medicine. To lead and contribute to the review of medicines patient pathways as appropriate, in conjunction with clinical leads across North West London To work closely with clinical leads and system stakeholders and partners to develop innovative approaches to service redesign to address health inequalities, reduce unwarranted variation and improve outcomes for long term conditions covering prevention, diagnostics, treatment, optimisation and complex needs. To manage the horizon scanning process with relevant system partners and assessing the impact of any changes in prescribing practice on the wider health economy. This is not an exhaustive list of duties; staff are therefore required to undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and in line with the requirement of this post Planning and Organisation & Governance To use clinical and change management skills to undertake and implement care pathway redesign, including provision of an overview of medicines usage and transfer of care issues across multiple patient pathways (and multiple providers and commissioners). To be able to work alone to tight deadlines and concentrate for long periods of time on complex work. To oversee preparation and presentation of the monthly NICE updates for Committee meetings, which plans for NICE technology appraisal guidance and supports the overall system-wide horizon scanning process. Contribute a professional perspective to the discussions of the committee. Policy and Service Development To ensure IMOC response to national proposals relating to the use of medicines, as needed. To support systems that ensure appropriate governance is in place for Shared Care Guidelines across the local health economy. To oversee development of Shared Care across the local heath economy and work with NW London IMOC member organisations to ensure appropriate consultation. To provide expertise on medicines optimisation leadership and advice on high cost, hospital and specialist medicines. To support and facilitate the review of clinical patient treatment pathways as appropriate, in conjunction with clinical leads across North West London. Promote implementation and support delivery of NICE guidance and other relevant national policies relating to prescribing, pharmaceutical services and medicines use and support establishment of systems for monitoring and reporting on uptake. To engage with local stakeholders to further develop the approach in NW London in the use of outcomes monitoring frameworks, which assess the value and impact from specialist treatment pathways. To provide leadership on delivery of the NHS Long Term Plan with a specific focus on medicines optimisation and long-term conditions. Support the NW London ICB in taking appropriate action to prevent fraud and liaise with the relevant Local Counter Fraud Specialists. Financial and Physical Resources To support improvement in approaches for reporting on the use of specialist high cost medicines and the outcomes delivered within local pathways. To lead coordination of the horizon scanning processes across NW London stakeholders for new and repurposed medicines/indications, which includes financial planning for NICE guidance. To work with the Business Intelligence Team and contracting team to further develop approaches for reporting on the use of specialist high cost medicines used within local pathways. To be numerate and be able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills. Constantly strive for value for money and greater efficiency in the use of the system wide medicines budgets. This will include advising on innovative opportunities in relation to medicines optimisation that supports strategies and programmes to maximise service benefits. Lead, support and contribute to formal negotiations with senior level staff from external stakeholders, providing a high level of negotiating expertise and highly specialist clinical knowledge to secure the most advantageous arrangements around medications to ensure the most cost-effective, high quality and safe services. Ensure the securing of value for money and cost-effective use of medicines, giving due consideration to all relevant factors including risk, quality, sustainability, and other factors. Staff Management and Leadership The post holder will require highly developed leadership skills to work within a distributed model of ICS pharmacy leadership across NW London. The post holder will hold responsibility for staff management and leadership including recruitment, career development, performance, work evaluation, and to provide clinical leadership to the Team. Postholder will work with other line managers to help matrix manage the work of other non-direct line managed staff. To recruit and line manage roles in line with organisational structures. Professional leadership of the team, including responsibility for developing a work plan, appraising, setting objectives, risk assessments and performance management (including appraisal, recruitment, disciplinary and grievance) To work as part of the NW London Medicines Optimisation team and provide leadership and support for all levels of staff working within it. Supporting and developing clinical and professional leadership. Contributing to future workforce planning and development and succession planning. The post holder will be committed to the development of themselves and others and have ability to influence and motivate others. Participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraiser and be responsible for complying with personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competency requirements.

A Vacancy at North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust.


Are you looking for the opportunity to develop your skills in a forward-thinking and innovative pharmacy team? We would like to invite you to consider joining us in delivering our Pharmacy Vision of excellence. You will be working with our enthusiastic and dynamic team in providing the best clinical service for patients by working closely with other healthcare professionals.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, experienced hospital pharmacist with good clinical skills and managerial skills with a working knowledge of the medicines optimisation agenda.
The post holder will provide, at highly specialist level, clinical pharmacy services to paediatrics and maternity and will be responsible for ensuring that appropriate mechanisms are in place to promote high quality drug use, effective risk management, clinical governance and adherence to trust policies and guidelines concerning medicines use.The post holder will have designated areas of responsibility, which will vary from time to time according to the needs of the service and projects that require to be delivered including:

To lead, deliver, develop and evaluate pharmacy dispensary services provision to the Trust.To provide professional leadership to the dispensary-based pharmacists. It is expected that the management of dispensary services will account for around 20-30% of the post holder’s time including daily presence in the dispensary.It is expected that the post holder’s contribution to the service will result in an improvement of dispensary KPIs.
North Mid is part of North Central London integrated care system – consisting of the NHS and Local authority organisations in Camden, Islington, Barnet, Enfield and Haringey. As with other ICS’s, we are working increasingly closely with partners and indeed many of our financial and performance objectives are measured at this system level. Whilst all organisations remain as standalone, statutory bodies we have an ICS infrastructure for making shared decisions and agreeing shared approaches.

We are proud of our staff and want to ensure their training allows them to provide excellent clinical care. We are also a training unit for medical students from UCL and St George’s University Grenada, and for nursing and midwifery students from Middlesex and City Universities.

Take a tour of our hospitalhere

Lead the pharmacy services to paediatrics and maternity.

Lead the dispensary pharmacy services.

Provide a high level of expert clinical pharmacy input as part of the multidisciplinary team within paediatric and obstetric medicine to improve and enhance the quality of patient care. To provide pharmaceutical support and advice to paediatric and maternity inpatients and outpatients.

To act as the line manager for the paediatric and maternity specialist clinical pharmacists and the chief technician, dispensary.

To co-ordinate and deliver on clinical governance initiatives relating to medicines management and use within the area of paediatric and maternity medicine.

Manage and develop staff assigned to dispensary and monitor their performance using Trust policies and procedures and local guidelines for performance reviews and that staff motivation and direction are given through appraisal, general communication and specific feedback. To undertake performance review for all staff managed by this post and report to the Chief Pharmacist.


This advert closes on Thursday 17 Oct 2024

Lead the pharmacy services to paediatrics and maternity. Lead the dispensary pharmacy services. Provide a high level of expert clinical pharmacy input as part of the multidisciplinary team within paediatric and obstetric medicine to improve and enhance the quality of patient care. To provide pharmaceutical support and advice to paediatric and maternity inpatients and outpatients. To act as the line manager for the paediatric and maternity specialist clinical pharmacists and the chief technician, dispensary. To co-ordinate and deliver on clinical governance initiatives relating to medicines management and use within the area of paediatric and maternity medicine. Manage and develop staff assigned to dispensary and monitor their performance using Trust policies and procedures and local guidelines for performance reviews and that staff motivation and direction are given through appraisal, general communication and specific feedback. To undertake performance review for all staff managed by this post and report to the Chief Pharmacist.

Lead the pharmacy services to paediatrics and maternity. Lead the dispensary pharmacy services. Provide a high level of expert clinical pharmacy input as part of the multidisciplinary team within paediatric and obstetric medicine to improve and enhance the quality of patient care. To provide pharmaceutical support and advice to paediatric and maternity inpatients and outpatients. To act as the line manager for the paediatric and maternity specialist clinical pharmacists and the chief technician, dispensary. To co-ordinate and deliver on clinical governance initiatives relating to medicines management and use within the area of paediatric and maternity medicine. Manage and develop staff assigned to dispensary and monitor their performance using Trust policies and procedures and local guidelines for performance reviews and that staff motivation and direction are given through appraisal, general communication and specific feedback. To undertake performance review for all staff managed by this post and report to the Chief Pharmacist.

Join our client, a rapidly growing healthcare company in London as a Chief Pharmacist.

Play a crucial role in leading and shaping pharmacy operations across NHS Trusts and primary care settings. Apply now!

Chief Pharmacist
London NW10 0AB

• Full time, permanent
• £85,000 - £95,000 pa (AfC Band 8d) depending on experience

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is a rapidly growing company dedicated to providing safe access to medicines across various settings, including NHS Trusts, Unscheduled Care, and Primary Care, through a growing network of seven pharmacies and WDA-licensed premises in London, Gloucester and the West Midlands predominantly serving Community and Mental Health Trusts.

They are committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services and are looking for a dedicated Chief Pharmacist to join the team and strategically lead their pharmacy operations.

Role Overview:

The Chief Pharmacist ensures safe, effective, and efficient pharmaceutical services, balancing business growth with high standards of care.

Reporting to the Group Managing Director and working with the Chairman on quality standards, this key Senior Management Team member oversees a small team, including the Pharmacy Quality and Development Manager. The role requires a strategic, hands-on leader to manage and enhance pharmacy operations.

Leadership and Management:

• Provide clinical and strategic leadership to managers
• Advise on recruitment, training, and development of pharmacy staff
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture

Clinical Governance and Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure pharmacy operations comply with GPhC standards and legislation
• Maintain and enhance the Quality System and risk register
• Investigate and report errors, implementing corrective actions

Operational Excellence:

• Develop and implement SOPs and policies
• Conduct regular audits and inspections
• Oversee prescribing quality audits and clinical risk assessments

Patient Safety and Care:

• Ensure safe and effective dispensing of medicines
• Lead initiatives to improve patient care and outcomes
• Address clinical queries and resolve complex cases

Innovation and Improvement:

• Drive continuous improvement in workflows, focusing on safety and efficiency
• Implement new technologies and processes
• Ensure organisational processes are updated with developments in pharmacy practice and regulations

Business Strategy and Development:

• Contribute to overall business strategy, especially pharmaceutical products and services
• Lead pharmacy aspects of tenders and bids
• Identify market trends and recommend strategies to enhance market share
• Identify opportunities for business growth and expansion

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Represent the organisation in meetings and professional forums, contributing to policy development

Qualifications:

• Registered Pharmacist with 5+ years in a senior role (e.g., Deputy Chief Pharmacist or Regional Manager), experienced in multi-site management
• Strong grasp of clinical governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management
• Operational management experience in hospital or community settings, including WDA and automation deployment
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven record in operational improvements and high-quality patient care
• Proficient in IT and data analysis, with skills to transform data into business insights
• Strategic thinker capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Committed to professional development and continuous improvement

Benefits:

• Opportunity to lead and shape the pharmacy operations of a rapidly growing healthcare company.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

To Apply:

If you are a dynamic and experienced pharmacy leader passionate about improving healthcare services, our client invites you to apply for the Chief Pharmacist position. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Other suitable skills and experience include Pharmacist, Chief Pharmacist, Director of Pharmacy Services, Head of Pharmaceutical Operations, Senior Pharmacy Manager, Pharmacy Operations Director, Lead Pharmacist, Director of Clinical Pharmacy, Executive Pharmacy Director, Principal Pharmacist, Head of Pharmaceutical Care, Chief Pharmacy Officer.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Chief Pharmacist-Cancer Services to join our Pharmacy department at The London Clinic, based at our main hospital site in London (W1G 6JA). We are offering a competitive salary range (Band 8b NHS equivalent) starting from £78,000 per annum dependant on experience. Job Profile This post will act as the Cancer Services lead for the London Clinic pharmacy and manage clinical pharmacy services to all cancer areas. Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Shift Pattern: Monday to ; 9am-5.30pm Job Location: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW (Close to Regents Park/Baker St tube stations). Salary: Band 8a NHS equivalent Benefits package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 day's annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education. Key Duties Plan, deliver and coordinate a programme of continuous service improvements and audits relating to medicines optimisation across all cancer services Work closely with other lead pharmacists to provide clinical pharmacy services to cancer wards areas in a consistent manner. Share the management of the rotational clinical pharmacists at the Duchess of Devonshire Wing of The London Clinic. Plan, develop, deliver and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective, timely and patient focused specialist clinical pharmacy and technical services. Develop and monitor medicines management systems to facilitate safe and effective patient focused care. Provide specialist pharmacist expertise at super user level to the electronic prescribing system. Promote the rational use of drugs within the Clinic especially in reference to high value drugs and the Duchess of Devonshire Wing. Ensure Pharmacy services and associated training for pharmacists comply with JACIE standards Be named as the Accountable Pharmacist for the technical service of the Pharmacy aseptic unit Act as the Lead Intrathecal Pharmacist Management of the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Manager Skills and experience Minimum of 5 years post registration experience in clinical hospital pharmacy Minimum of 3 years experience in haematology/oncology services Leadership and supervisory experience Effective multi-disciplinary team working Experience of electronic prescribing Experience of aseptic manufacturing and GMP The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.