Sterling Cross Ltd

There has never been a better time to join this leading acute care provider in vibrant East London, which is now looking for a Pharmacist experienced in secondary care services to oversee expert pharmaceutical practice as a Lead Clinical Pharmacist.

The hospital has recently been awarded an “Outstanding” CQC rating, with all services receiving no lower than a “Good” score, and is investing heavily in its people and facilities as part of a dedication to exemplar health care, education and research for the present and the future.

As Lead Clinical Pharmacist, you will be the primary practitioner for ward-based pharmacy services within your chosen specialty. Available clinical areas include:

• Elderly Care and Rehabilitation (stroke and neuro-rehab)
• ITU and Surgery / Theatres
• Acute Admissions and Ambulatory Care

You will work closely alongside the consultants, nursing and extended team to advise on and recommend therapeutic options, identify anomalies and lead on medicines optimisation in your area. You will also be supervising your team’s clinical practice, assisting in skill development and devising new protocols in line with evidence-based recommendations.

Innovation is key within the department and you will also be able to contribute a number of ongoing projects, including the full automation of medicines management processes, implementation of virtual wards, and the enhanced involvement of prescribing pharmacists in the patient care journey.

This is a permanent Lead Clinical Pharmacist position, ideally full-time (37.5h) although part-time and other flexible options can be considered.

Person specification:

• (Essential) GPhC-accredited MPharm degree (or equivalent).
• (Essential) Registration with the GPhC as a Pharmacist.
• (Essential) Clinical Pharmacy diploma or equivalent hospital experience.
• (Essential) Previous clinical experience in your preferred specialism.
• (Desirable) Independent Prescribing qualification or working towards.

Benefits & enhancements include:

• Generous pension scheme
• Additional allowance for on-call duties
• Retail/leisure/travel offer & discount schemes
• Health and lifestyle support; occupational health services (including physiotherapy), discounted gym memberships & discounted complementary therapies
• Mental health and wellbeing support; EAP & additional counselling services
• Reward and recognition schemes, including for long service & professional achievement
• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle-to-work & season ticket loans
• Working carers support policy
• Subsidised meals & snacks on-duty
• Organisation-wide staff networks & events celebrating DE&I
• Flexible retirement & pre-retirement support
• And more!

Sterling Cross Ltd

There has never been a better time to join this leading acute care provider in vibrant East London, which is now looking for a Pharmacist experienced in secondary care services to oversee expert pharmaceutical practice as a Lead Clinical Pharmacist.

The hospital has recently been awarded an “Outstanding” CQC rating, with all services receiving no lower than a “Good” score, and is investing heavily in its people and facilities as part of a dedication to exemplar health care, education and research for the present and the future.

As Lead Clinical Pharmacist, you will be the primary practitioner for ward-based pharmacy services within your chosen specialty. Available clinical areas include:

• Elderly Care and Rehabilitation (stroke and neuro-rehab)
• ITU and Surgery / Theatres
• Acute Admissions and Ambulatory Care

You will work closely alongside the consultants, nursing and extended team to advise on and recommend therapeutic options, identify anomalies and lead on medicines optimisation in your area. You will also be supervising your team’s clinical practice, assisting in skill development and devising new protocols in line with evidence-based recommendations.

Innovation is key within the department and you will also be able to contribute a number of ongoing projects, including the full automation of medicines management processes, implementation of virtual wards, and the enhanced involvement of prescribing pharmacists in the patient care journey.

This is a permanent Lead Clinical Pharmacist position, ideally full-time (37.5h) although part-time and other flexible options can be considered.

Person specification:

• (Essential) GPhC-accredited MPharm degree (or equivalent).
• (Essential) Registration with the GPhC as a Pharmacist.
• (Essential) Clinical Pharmacy diploma or equivalent hospital experience.
• (Essential) Previous clinical experience in your preferred specialism.
• (Desirable) Independent Prescribing qualification or working towards.

Benefits & enhancements include:

• Generous pension scheme
• Additional allowance for on-call duties
• Retail/leisure/travel offer & discount schemes
• Health and lifestyle support; occupational health services (including physiotherapy), discounted gym memberships & discounted complementary therapies
• Mental health and wellbeing support; EAP & additional counselling services
• Reward and recognition schemes, including for long service & professional achievement
• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle-to-work & season ticket loans
• Working carers support policy
• Subsidised meals & snacks on-duty
• Organisation-wide staff networks & events celebrating DE&I
• Flexible retirement & pre-retirement support
• And more!