Job responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Pharmacist-Governance and MSO to join our Pharmacy department at The London Clinic, based at our main hospital site in London (W1G 6JA). We are offering a competitive salary range (Band 8a NHS equivalent) starting from £60,848 per annum dependant on experience.
Job Profile
As the Lead Pharmacist you will act as the governance lead for the London Clinic pharmacy and oversee all governance activities in line with the Clinic's governance framework as well as national guidelines.
Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday; 9am-5.30pm
Job Location: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW (Close to Regents Park/Baker St tube stations).
Salary: Band 8a NHS equivalent
Benefits package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 day's annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
Key Duties
To act as the Medication Safety Officer (MSO) for The London ClinicTo oversee Clinical auditIncident management (day to day immediate response)Incident investigations (e.g. RCA)Taking the lead for pharmacy at the medicines safety group as well as other working groups and local team/quality meetingsRepresentation into the wider London Clinic committee structure including; operational handover meetings, Incidents and Practice Review Group (IPRG), Quality Review Group (QRG), governance basics, ward managers etc.Quality improvementPolicy managementClinical effectiveness (NICE reviews against our policy, safety update, accreditations, CQC etc.)Risk management, clinical and non-clinical (risk register, H&S risk assessments, COSHH etc.)Lead the pharmacy department's preparation and compliance for CQC visits
Skills and experience
Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary teamExperience of measuring and evaluating outcomes in order to secure improvement.Experience of implementing service improvementsExperience of managing risk associated with service change.Experience of using and developing professional competency frameworksEvidence of breadth of clinical experience in various specialtiesA minimum of 5 years post registration experience in a hospital pharmacy.Completed comprehensive rotations in hospital Pharmacy.Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary teamDeveloping and writing policies/procedures/guidelinesFacilitation and tutoring of pharmacy staff
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
Submissions Close 17th June.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
