Senior Pharmacist – Neurology (maternity leave cover)
The closing date is 03 September 2025
Job summary
Are you an enthusiastic, motivated clinical pharmacist with an interest in neurology? Would you like to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage the pharmacy service to neurology?
Pharmacist specializing in this post, you will initially play a role in the coordination and delivery of treatment for patients with multiple sclerosis, with the opportunity to use your skills across neurology. The successful candidate will work closely with the multidisciplinary teams and be responsible for cost-effective and safe use of disease modifying therapies within the department. Excellent inter-personal and leadership skills are essential with the ability to build professional relationships and act as a role model for the pharmacy profession.
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust was commended for becoming the first acute NHS trust in London to receive an 'Outstanding' rating by the CQC for being well-led and has consistently been one of the best performing NHS trusts in London for achieving targets.
Experience in working in neurology is desirable, but not essential for the right candidate, as there will be opportunities to support your learning and development.
Main duties of the job
This is a key role within the pharmacy team delivering services to the Neurology service. The post holder will be an active member of both the pharmacy and the Neurology teams to ensure continuous two-way exchange of information and maintain high standards of clinical care in supporting medicines use.
To develop the provision of clinical pharmacy services to the Neurology service in accordance with the needs of patients, the clinical team and the required standards of quality and professional practice.
To lead work with the specialist nurses & consultants to implement timely biosimilar switches to maximise savings to the trust.
To provide specialist medicines management, prescribing and advice to medical and nursing staff on drugs for the neurology service.
About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Details
Date posted
22 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£61,631 to £68,623 a year pa incl of Outer London HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
396-NN-7355779-ACS-AL-DE-Z
Job locations
Kingston Hospital
Galsworthy Road
Kingston
KT2 7QB
Employer details
Employer name
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kingston Hospital
Galsworthy Road
Kingston
KT2 7QB
Employer's website
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