Consultant Pharmacist - Ophthalmology
| Posting date: | 03 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £74,290.00 to £85,601.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £74290.00 - £85601.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 July 2025 |
| Location: | Liverpool, L7 8YE |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9287-25-1070 |
Summary
Lead across theIntegrated Care System (ICS)as a subject matter expert, supporting the upskilling of pharmacists across both primary and secondary care in ophthalmic medicine. Collaborate closely with ophthalmologists, specialist nurses, and multidisciplinary teams in ophthalmology clinics to identify and optimise treatment of ocular and systemic co-morbidities, ensuring timely referrals to other specialties or services as needed. Provide Consultant Pharmacist-level input into patient care, championing medicines optimisation for all ophthalmology inpatients, outpatients, and those receiving specialist treatments such as intravitreal injections or ocular surgery. Lead the strategic direction and implementation of a harmonised approach to pharmacy services across theDirectorates of Ophthalmology. Develop, manage, implement, and evaluate the ophthalmology pharmacy teams services to ensure alignment with clinical priorities and national standards. Lead and/or contribute to local, regional, and national ophthalmology workstreams focused on optimising the pharmaceutical management of patients with eye conditions. Use innovation to support improved patient outcomes, safety, and experience, aligned with national ophthalmology and medicines optimisation agendas. Work with external agencies and partners to develop service delivery pathways that address unmet clinical needs in ophthalmic care. Ensure effective and efficient use of medicines and resources across the primary/secondary care interface, developing relevant protocols and pathways where necessary. Line manage, coach, and develop pharmacists working within ophthalmology, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Design and deliver education and training programmes for pharmacy, medical, nursing, and allied health professionals on ophthalmic medicines optimisation at local, regional, and national levels. Lead and maintain a portfolio of research, audit, and service improvement projects within ophthalmology acrossLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT).