Job summary
We are looking for an exceptional pharmacist to join our team asConsultant Pharmacist for Ophthalmology Services. The successful applicant will be a collaborative team player with significant clinical leadership experience at a senior level. They will be able to articulate a clear strategy for the delivery of Ophthalmology pharmacy services both locally and across the wider healthcare system, and will be committed to advancing research and innovation in this specialty.
Applications are welcomed from both established Consultant Pharmacists and aspiring pharmacists who are working towards accreditation.
This post is currently being submitted forRoyal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS)approval for recognition as a Consultant Pharmacist position.
Pharmacists who have not yet completed their credentialing will initially join asLead Clinical Pharmacist - Ophthalmology, and upon successful credentialing, will be awarded theConsultant Pharmacisttitle.
Credentialing Requirement:You must be credentialed with the RPSGB as a Consultant Pharmacist. If not already credentialed, you must achieve this within 2 years of starting the role.
Main duties of the job
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Act as theConsultant Pharmacist for Ophthalmologyacross the Liverpool Hospitals Group, collaborating with local healthcare organisations to influence the strategic management of medicines used in Ophthalmology.
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Work with Integrated Care Board (ICB) partners and other stakeholders to shape and optimise Ophthalmology prescribing practices across the local healthcare system.
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Provide expert clinical training, mentorship, and supervision to the multidisciplinary team in areas relevant to Ophthalmology, supporting continuous professional development.
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Evaluate the clinical and economic impact of medicines use in Ophthalmology, develop and implement evidence-based clinical guidelines, monitor drug expenditure, and support services in achieving clinical and financial targets.
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Collaborate with Deputy Chief Pharmacists and Lead Divisional Pharmacists to advance pharmacy clinical services and provide strategic leadership in medicines optimisation across the Trust and region.
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For further responsibilities and expectations, please refer to the full job description.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Lead across theIntegrated Care System (ICS)as a subject matter expert, supporting the upskilling of pharmacists across both primary and secondary care in ophthalmic medicine.
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Collaborate closely with ophthalmologists, specialist nurses, and multidisciplinary teams in ophthalmology clinics to identify and optimise treatment of ocular and systemic co-morbidities, ensuring timely referrals to other specialties or services as needed.
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Provide Consultant Pharmacist-level input into patient care, championing medicines optimisation for all ophthalmology inpatients, outpatients, and those receiving specialist treatments such as intravitreal injections or ocular surgery.
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Lead the strategic direction and implementation of a harmonised approach to pharmacy services across theDirectorates of Ophthalmology.
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Develop, manage, implement, and evaluate the ophthalmology pharmacy teams services to ensure alignment with clinical priorities and national standards.
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Lead and/or contribute to local, regional, and national ophthalmology workstreams focused on optimising the pharmaceutical management of patients with eye conditions.
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Use innovation to support improved patient outcomes, safety, and experience, aligned with national ophthalmology and medicines optimisation agendas.
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Work with external agencies and partners to develop service delivery pathways that address unmet clinical needs in ophthalmic care.
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Ensure effective and efficient use of medicines and resources across the primary/secondary care interface, developing relevant protocols and pathways where necessary.
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Line manage, coach, and develop pharmacists working within ophthalmology, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
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Design and deliver education and training programmes for pharmacy, medical, nursing, and allied health professionals on ophthalmic medicines optimisation at local, regional, and national levels.
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Lead and maintain a portfolio of research, audit, and service improvement projects within ophthalmology acrossLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT).
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Lead across theIntegrated Care System (ICS)as a subject matter expert, supporting the upskilling of pharmacists across both primary and secondary care in ophthalmic medicine.
-
Collaborate closely with ophthalmologists, specialist nurses, and multidisciplinary teams in ophthalmology clinics to identify and optimise treatment of ocular and systemic co-morbidities, ensuring timely referrals to other specialties or services as needed.
-
Provide Consultant Pharmacist-level input into patient care, championing medicines optimisation for all ophthalmology inpatients, outpatients, and those receiving specialist treatments such as intravitreal injections or ocular surgery.
-
Lead the strategic direction and implementation of a harmonised approach to pharmacy services across theDirectorates of Ophthalmology.
-
Develop, manage, implement, and evaluate the ophthalmology pharmacy teams services to ensure alignment with clinical priorities and national standards.
-
Lead and/or contribute to local, regional, and national ophthalmology workstreams focused on optimising the pharmaceutical management of patients with eye conditions.
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Use innovation to support improved patient outcomes, safety, and experience, aligned with national ophthalmology and medicines optimisation agendas.
-
Work with external agencies and partners to develop service delivery pathways that address unmet clinical needs in ophthalmic care.
-
Ensure effective and efficient use of medicines and resources across the primary/secondary care interface, developing relevant protocols and pathways where necessary.
-
Line manage, coach, and develop pharmacists working within ophthalmology, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
-
Design and deliver education and training programmes for pharmacy, medical, nursing, and allied health professionals on ophthalmic medicines optimisation at local, regional, and national levels.
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Lead and maintain a portfolio of research, audit, and service improvement projects within ophthalmology acrossLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT).
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Methodical with attention to detail
- Ability to cope under pressure
- Flexible and agile approach
- Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development / education
Qualifications
Essential
- Vocational Masters Degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy
- Relevant postgraduate clinical pharmacy qualification or equivalent experiential learning
- Leadership/ Management Qualification or equivalent experiential learning
- Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
Desirable
- Credentialled with the RPSGB as a Consultant Pharmacist (If not you MUST be credentialled within 18 months of starting the role)
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post diploma clinical experience at advanced clinical pharmacist level
- Expert clinical knowledge relating to the use of medicines in the perioperative period
- Experience in senior management and leadership
- Teaching skills and experience and previous experience as a tutor for postgraduate qualifications or trainee pharmacist tutor
- Project and change management experience
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and expertise in pharmacotherapy, including anti-VEGF, immunosuppressive management, drug monitoring, and patient education.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Computer Literate - ability to use a range of media including excel, word powerpoint
- Good, detailed knowledge of appropriate legislation relating to pharmacy services
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Demonstrable leadership skills
- Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team
- Good time management skills
- Ability to affect and manage change
- Able to negotiate a positive outcome
- Report writing skills
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Methodical with attention to detail
- Ability to cope under pressure
- Flexible and agile approach
- Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development / education
Qualifications
Essential
- Vocational Masters Degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy
- Relevant postgraduate clinical pharmacy qualification or equivalent experiential learning
- Leadership/ Management Qualification or equivalent experiential learning
- Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
Desirable
- Credentialled with the RPSGB as a Consultant Pharmacist (If not you MUST be credentialled within 18 months of starting the role)
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post diploma clinical experience at advanced clinical pharmacist level
- Expert clinical knowledge relating to the use of medicines in the perioperative period
- Experience in senior management and leadership
- Teaching skills and experience and previous experience as a tutor for postgraduate qualifications or trainee pharmacist tutor
- Project and change management experience
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and expertise in pharmacotherapy, including anti-VEGF, immunosuppressive management, drug monitoring, and patient education.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Computer Literate - ability to use a range of media including excel, word powerpoint
- Good, detailed knowledge of appropriate legislation relating to pharmacy services
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Demonstrable leadership skills
- Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team
- Good time management skills
- Ability to affect and manage change
- Able to negotiate a positive outcome
- Report writing skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
