Consultant Critical Care Pharmacist

University Hospitals Sussex; Brighton; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Brighton seeks a Consultant Pharmacist to enhance critical care pharmacy services. The role includes providing expert leadership in clinical practice and driving high-impact research. Candidates should be qualified pharmacists with a commitment to team leadership and improving patient outcomes. This position offers opportunities for career development and requires experience or commitment towards Consultant Pharmacist credentialing. A compassionate approach to patient care is vital.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellbeing programme

Flexible working opportunities

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Qualified Pharmacist with substantial experience required.
• Experience of leading a team is essential.
• Experience of working with outside partners is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a specialist critical care pharmacy service optimising patient outcomes.
• Lead and publish high-impact research in critical care therapies.
• Mentor and role model in the field as a clinical pharmacist.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Practice

Education

Research

Education

Registered Pharmacist

Postgraduate Qualification

Job description

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Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County Hospital Town Brighton Salary £64,455 - £88,682 Dependant on Experience Salary period Yearly Closing 18/01/2026 23:59

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research , we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

University Hospitals Sussex (USH) greatly values their pharmacy team and over the years it has continued to grow in strength & numbers. We are now pleased to offer an exciting new Consultant Pharmacist progression post. The post holder will be a dynamic individual ready to provide expert leadership and knowledge, covering the 4 domains of:

1. Clinical Practice

3. Education

4. Research

The post holder will be at the forefront of providing specialist pharmacy services optimising patient outcomes and improving the patient experience. It will be an opportunity to share expertise across the local health economy as well as through national and international networks. This in combination with the undertaking of high impact research & collaboration with Higher Education Institutions paves the way for being seen as a leader in the field of pharmacy.

The successful candidate will already be working, or show commitment to work towards Consultant Pharmacist credentialing as set by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. This will include finding funding streams to uplift grading of position.

If you are looking to drive your own career in an environment that supports your development in a captivating part of the UK then UHS could be the perfect fit for you. Call and have a chat or even better come and see us if convenient.

Main duties of the job

The role aims to create a highly specialised Critical Care Pharmacist with the opportunity to progress to consultant level.

As an expert in the speciality, the post holder will provide a dynamic link between clinical practice and service development by creating new models for delivering patient care, ensuring the best experience and outcomes for patients from their medicines, whenever and wherever care is provided.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.

Please see Job description for full roles and responsibilities.

• To provide a specialist critical care pharmacy service optimising patient outcomes and improving the patient experience, working within patient care pathways across sectors and healthcare boundaries.
• To lead, undertake, supervise and publish high-impact research in the field of critical care therapies and models of service for the care of critical care patients.
• To contribute to improving health outcomes for patients using a holistic approach to care, ensuring the safe and effective use of medicine through provision of medicines-related aspects of patient care.
• To promote improvements in quality, safety and cost effectiveness of medicines use and supporting holistic management of clinical conditions, influencing the wider community of practice.
• To act as a mentor and role model as a clinical pharmacist; manager and leader.
• To use innovation to support effective patient outcomes, safety and experience aligned with relevant national agenda.
• To deliver education and training in critical care for pharmacy and other healthcare professionals across the health economy and for the University.
• To lead and role model in the field locally, regionally and nationally.
• Once trained, to provide dedicated sessions to Higher Education Institutes.
• To eventually fulfil the role of Consultant Pharmacist in Critical Care as described in the Department of Health Guidance for Development of Consultant Pharmacists Posts (2005) and the updated Consultant Pharmacist Guidance (January 2020).

Person specification

• Qualified Pharmacist with substantial experience
• experience of leading a team
• experience of working with outside partners

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Mark Shaw Job title Lead Pharmacist Specialised Services Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01273 696955 Additional information
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We welcome applications from currently registered pharmacists with a post graduate qualification or equivalent experience at a specialist level.