Chief Pharmacist

Bupa UK

Kingston Upon Thames, United Kingdom
£ competitive; not specified; not specified
Onsite
Safe and secure handling of medicines
Strategic and professional leadership
Compliance with legislation and standards
We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Chief Pharmacist to lead pharmacy services at New Victoria Hospital, reporting to the Director of Clinical Services

Job Summary

  • We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Chief Pharmacist to lead pharmacy services at New Victoria Hospital, reporting to the Director of Clinical Services.
  • You will play a pivotal role in governance, compliance, digital medicines systems, workforce development and service improvement, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance.
  • Joining Bupa, you will benefit from access to our state-of-the art Clinical Training Facility, a centre for connected learning, care, and careers.

Matching Summary

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Chief Pharmacist to lead pharmacy services at New Victoria Hospital, reporting to the Director of Clinical Services.

Salary

£ Competitive; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Safe and secure handling of medicines
  • Strategic and professional leadership
  • Compliance with legislation and standards
  • Medication safety leadership
  • Digital medicines systems management
  • Medicines optimisation across patient pathway
  • Antimicrobial Stewardship programme leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Clinical excellence and patient-centred approach
  • Connected learning and career development
  • Diversity and inclusion championing
  • Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Registered Pharmacist with GPhC
  • Significant senior leadership experience in hospital pharmacy
  • Proven experience managing pharmacy services
  • Strong understanding of medicines legislation and CQC requirements
  • Experience with electronic prescribing systems
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and financial awareness

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter