Lead Pharmacist – Specialist Gastroenterology

Do you have a passion for hospital pharmacy and a proven track record in clinical practice?

Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a passion for delivering exceptional patient care?

Why not join Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a forward-thinking organisation committed to excellence in patient care?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated pharmacist to take on a senior role as Lead Pharmacist -Gastroenterology within our dynamic Pharmacy team

Pharmacy is recognised as a key resource within our Gastroenterology department, and we are looking for an enthusiastic individual to lead services in this area working alongside other Specialist Lead Pharmacists.

Our department is dedicated to advancing pharmacy practice and embedding effective medicines management systems into patient care. We are seeking a dynamic individual with strong organisational and communication skills, eager to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacy services for Gastroenterology patients. As part of the MDT, you will deliver a comprehensive, high-quality clinical service.

This role offers opportunities to develop advanced clinical skills, leadership capabilities, and operational expertise. You will be part of a forward-thinking pharmacy department that values innovation, professional growth, and teamwork.

If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role and make a real impact on patient care, we

encourage you to apply.

The successful candidate will work at a senior level within the service and play an influential role in the patients care pathway whilst building upon proven clinical skills. The combination of responsibilities will significantly facilitate your growth in both the clinical and leadership aspect of this role.

You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to promote clinical and cost-effective prescribing through evidence based guidelines. The post holder will develop, audit and monitor Medicines Management processes within the service and provide training and supervision to departmental staff.

In addition to well-developed communication and leadership skills you will have previous experience of working within a clinical environment and will have completed a post-graduate diploma in clinical pharmacy. Evidence of multi-disciplinary teamwork would be advantageous.

Training and support will be provided. A commitment to continuing professional development is essential. It is envisaged that the candidate will possess a prescribing qualification or be prepared to work towards one.

The Pharmacy Department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is a large department (over 150 staff) and a friendly environment with established senior support. We are dedicated to education and professional development and encourage/support ongoing education. We have a very favourable on-call commitment, that all pharmacists in the department contribute to.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty-five-minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac, Haematology and Cystic fibrosis patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live

. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the South.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Minhaaz Chavan Job title: Head of Pharmacy Clinical Services Email address: minhaaz.chavan@nhs.net Telephone number: 01253 953202

Nick Howcroft

Deputy Director - Pharmacy

01253 956535