Specialist Pharmacist - Paediatric Care at Home
| Posting date: | 08 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £61,927.00 to £68,676.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £61927.00 - £68676.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 July 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE5 9RS |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9213-25-0727 |
Summary
The main responsibilities of the post holder will be: Deputise for the Principal Pharmacist, Womens and Childrens Act as a specialist role model and an expert in the medical management within Paediatrics with a particular focus on developing care at home services. Lead and manage clinical pharmacy services in Paediatrics in conjunction with the Principal Pharmacist. Lead and share expertise where required for the development of services delivered at or closer to home in other specialities as future needs require. Participate 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 Paediatrics. Ensure a high level of clinical pharmacy input to the care of patients within Paediatrics. 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 and close liaison across the interface. Promote safe drug use within the Paediatric specialties. Development, implementation and audit of local guidelines. Supervise and train pharmacy staff at ward level. Provide education and training of healthcare professionals within and outside the Trust. Regular financial reporting, drug usage and expenditure forecasting, and drug budget management. To participate in practice and clinical research and audit. To work with the Principal Pharmacist to extend the boundaries of professional practice within the Care Group.