Lead Clinical Pharmacist – Specialist Surgical Pharmacist
Posting Date: 08 January 2026
Closing Date: 07 February 2026
Location: Ipswich, IP4 5PD
Contract Type: Permanent | Full Time
Salary Range: £47,810 – £62,682 per annum
Organisation: East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT)
Job Reference: 7722342/432-HR1117-25
Role Overview
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated pharmacist to take on the role of Lead Clinical Pharmacist – Specialist Surgical Pharmacist at Ipswich Hospital. This is a newly developed leadership position offering the opportunity to shape and advance pharmacy services across specialist surgical pathways.
The role is offered at Band 8a; however, strong Band 7 pharmacists will be considered through a structured development programme. You will work as a key member of the surgical multidisciplinary team and contribute to strategic pharmacy service development.
Key Clinical & Leadership Responsibilities
- Lead and develop advanced clinical pharmacy services for specialist surgical areas including dermatology, ophthalmology, ENT, and rheumatology
- Provide expert medicines optimisation for surgical patients, ensuring safe, effective, sardar article and cost-efficient prescribing
- Deliver high-level clinical pharmacy input aligned with agreed KPIs and professional standards
- Offer clinical supervision, mentorship, and guidance to pharmacy colleagues within surgical services
- Provide specialist leadership in parenteral nutrition services in line with national and local guidance
- Work closely with divisional and principal pharmacists to support high-cost medicines and homecare services
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to reduce medicine waste and improve patient outcomes
Pharmacy Services & Innovation
ESNEFT has recently completed a Trust-wide implementation of the Epic Electronic Patient Record, including electronic prescribing and medicines administration systems. The Trust also benefits from fully automated dispensaries, a Specialist Pharmacy Service medicines advice centre, and a state-of-the-art aseptic unit.
Why Join ESNEFT?
- Work within one of the largest NHS organisations in England, serving nearly one million people
- Access structured training, leadership development, and career progression opportunities
- Benefit from a generous NHS pension scheme
- 27 days annual leave on appointment (pro rata), plus bank holidays
- Flexible working options where appropriate
- Access to NHS staff discounts and a comprehensive Health & Wellbeing programme
- Be part of the Trust’s “Time Matters” initiative, focused on improving efficiency and patient care
About the Trust
ESNEFT delivers hospital and community healthcare services across east Suffolk and north Essex. With over 12,000 staff, the Trust is committed to innovation, digital transformation, and supporting staff to thrive in their careers.
If you are passionate about specialist clinical pharmacy, leadership, and improving patient outcomes, this role offers an outstanding opportunity to make a real impact.
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