Senior Specialist Pharmacist, MUS, NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service

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NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group . This is a fixed term (12 months), 1.0 WTE post across the Medicines Use and Safety (MUS) team. 12 month secondments will also be considered. Interviews will take place w/c 6th October 2025.The post is hosted by NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and is expected to work fully remotely. This is one of two similar SPS posts advertised (the other is a permanent post across the MUS and Medicines Advice functions). A pharmacist with substantial MUS experience is sought to support safer and optimised use of medicines within the NHS.Responsibilities

Work across the MUS workstreams (medicines governance, medicines safety, medicines optimisation and medicines network engagement) producing quality assured resources and ensuring continuity of service.Contribute to the development, delivery and maintenance of quality assured MUS workstream resources to support commissioners, organisations and health professionals. Resources may include webinars, podcasts, videos, website articles and workspaces on NHS Futures.Support the SPS workstream enquiry answering services, including those related to Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and other medicines mechanisms and medication safety.About SPS

The NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service (SPS) supports the NHS to develop best practice systems of work related to buying, making and using medicines. The service provides leadership, instructive and informative specialist input and operational support to the sourcing, supply and use of medicines across the system. The service connects national expertise with policy teams and arm’s length bodies to ensure consistency and high standards. SPS outputs resonate with and support local NHS organisations delivering patient care. A key approach is the “Do Once and Share” methodology.Medicines Use and Safety (MUS) team

Our Medicines Use and Safety (MUS) team are a well-respected group that works with policy makers, regulators and strategic leaders, engaging with clinical networks to share experience and expertise. We interpret legislation and deliver practical guidance and support to NHS organisations and practitioners to improve medication safety culture, strategy and policy across the healthcare system.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Kieran Reynolds, Adv. Specialist Pharmacist, Medicines Governance. Email: kieran.reynolds@nhs.net. Telephone: 0151 706 4666.Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

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