Job summary
We are looking for a proactive and experienced pharmacist to support the Pharmacy Manager and lead daily operations at Kings College Hospital Londons outpatient pharmacy. Acting as the Responsible Pharmacist, you will ensure the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of pharmacy services in line with national and local standards. You will provide leadership to support staff, foster strong relationships with prescribers, and collaborate with clinical teams to optimise medicines management and patient care. The role includes fulfilling statutory responsibilities set by the General Pharmaceutical Council and Department of Health, contributing to service development, and enhancing business performance. You will work closely with the Superintendent Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager to minimise locum use and support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred services.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a pharmacist with strong leadership and operational management skills to support the delivery of high-quality outpatient pharmacy services. You will oversee staff training, development, and performance, ensuring a patient-focused approach and compliance with GPhC standards. The role includes supervising pharmacy operations, maintaining legal and professional records, and managing controlled drugs safely. Youll contribute to medicines management, cost-effective prescribing, and service improvement initiatives. Working collaboratively with prescribers and clinical teams, youll help optimise patient care and ensure efficient use of resources. Additional responsibilities include maintaining SOPs, supporting audits, ensuring safe storage and disposal of medicines, and contributing to the development of retail services. Youll also help maintain a professional pharmacy environment and promote extended roles for technicians and the use of technology.
About us
KFM is a provider of healthcare support services. The purpose of KFM is to partner with and support healthcare providers in providing world class patient care, with all profits and cost savings reinvested in the NHS. KFM provides a fully managed service across all clinical areas which includes providing all required clinical supplies and equipment along with maintenance, training and technical support, endoscopy decontamination, sterile services, renal dialysis support, outpatients pharmacy, radiology IT, transformation and project management. KFM also runs a procurement and contract management service for all departments. KFM is a Limited Liability Partnership owned by Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust with no private sector partners. KFM is a public authority not a private company. KFM has an annual turnover of around £150 million and over 300 staff.
Details
Date posted
19 September 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£54,150 to £60,900 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP4CE86758
Job locations
London
SE5 9RS
Employer details
Employer name
KFM
Address
London
SE5 9RS
Employer's website
https://www.kings-fm.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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