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Join to apply for thePrincipal Pharmacist, Emergency Medicinerole atEpsom & St Helier NHS Trust 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for thePrincipal Pharmacist, Emergency Medicinerole atEpsom & St Helier NHS Trust Job SummaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team, as the Principal Pharmacist, Emergency Medicine. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist to lead and develop the clinical pharmacy service to the Emergency Department Team. The post will suit individuals who would thrive in working autonomously and collaboratively as a strong team player. Job SummaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team, as the Principal Pharmacist, Emergency Medicine. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist to lead and develop the clinical pharmacy service to the Emergency Department Team. The post will suit individuals who would thrive in working autonomously and collaboratively as a strong team player.As the Principal Pharmacist for Emergency Medicine you will provide leadership and clinical expertise, supporting the work of the Emergency Department. You will be a core member of the MDT, ensuring safe and effective medicines management and medicines optimisation. You will oversee the implementation of service improvements, review of medicines expenditure, as well as clinical governance and medicines safety within the Medicine division. You will work directly with patients and carers to understand their needs, and support adherence to medication regimensYou will need good interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to organise and prioritise your work. We will provide appropriate training to aid your personal and professional development.We Have Two Posts Available:One primarily based at St Helier HospitalThe other primarily based at Epsom HospitalIf this role interests you, please read the job description, call us to discuss and apply!Main duties of the jobTo provide a specialist clinical pharmacy service to theEmergency Department (ED) in conjunction with other clinical and pharmacy staff as appropriate To provide day to day clinical advice and support to theEmergency Medicine clinical team in the Medicines division promoting evidence-based, cost-effective use of medicines To promote safe, responsible, cost effective prescribing and usage of medicines, in line with the formulary, to optimise clinical outcomes and minimise adverse reactions and errors To lead and manage other pharmacy staff working in the Emergency Medicine team to ensure service delivery to agreed standards in line with business planning requirements To liaise with appropriate MDT colleagues to ensure the implementation of National/Local guidelines related to medicines use in the emergency medicine setting to optimise patient care and promote best practice To work with senior pharmacy management team to monitor and evaluate medicines expenditure in the Emergency Department, identifying and putting plans in place to address cost pressures and Cost Improvement PlansOccasional cross-site work will be required to meet service needs and may include covering for leave and working weekends/bank holidays.You will participate in late duty, Bank Holiday and weekend rotas and be part of a seven day service.About UsEpsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, we provide more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area, covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire.We serve an area that is rich in diversity, with a mix of urban and rural areas, and differing levels of quality of life. We cover some of the most prosperous postcodes in the country, as well as some poorer areas. Together with our colleagues at NHS Surrey and NHS Sutton and Merton, we work to make sure that we deliver the best possible care to the communities we serve.The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and is supported by over 500 volunteers.DetailsDate posted15 July 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary£61,631 to £68,623 a year pa incl HCAS Outer pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number343-7142421-FM-AGJob locationsSt Helier HospitalWrythe Lane, CarshaltonLondonSM5 1AAJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.Job DescriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialMasters in Pharmacy Degree - MPharm Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent Registered with GPHCDesirableIndependent prescriber Member of the Faculty of RPS Member of RPS Leadership / management qualifcationExperienceEssentialSubstantial post registration hospital experience at band 7 levle Multidisciplinary team work Demonstrate evidence of excellent clinical knowledge and skills Understanding of current national standards/guidelines in emergency medicines Experience of developing and leading on projects Staffing training and appraisal Principal of clinical governanceDesirableKnowledge of CMM Risk management procedure and business plan writing understanding of how digital tools / EPR functionality improve clinical practice Demonstrate a whole system patient focused approach to work Audit experienceSkillsEssentialExcellent communication skills, verbal and written Excellent interpersonal skills, including influencing skills Proven organisation skills, self and others Ability to prioritise work effectively and work under pressure Ability to work independently and as part of a teamDesirableAbility to manage change In-depth understanding of the principles of Quality ImprovementPerson SpecificationEssentialExcellent communication skills, verbal and written Excellent interpersonal skills, including influencing skills Proven organisation skills, self and others Ability to prioritise work effectively and work under pressure Ability to work independently and as part of a teamDesirableAbility to manage change In-depth understanding of the principles of Quality ImprovementDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameEpsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS TrustAddressSt Helier HospitalWrythe Lane, CarshaltonLondonSM5 1AAEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameEpsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS TrustAddressSt Helier HospitalWrythe Lane, CarshaltonLondonSM5 1AAEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ Seniority levelSeniority level Director Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Health Care Provider Industries Retail Health and Personal Care Products Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Epsom & St Helier NHS Trust by 2x Get notified about new Pharmacist jobs inLondon, England, United Kingdom . 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