Lead Pharmacist Cardiothoracic Surgery and Critical Care
Job summary
Are you looking for an exciting challenge in an innovative and rapidly expanding service? Have you always had a keen interest in cardiothoracic surgery and cardiac critical care ... well this might just be the job for you!
The cardiothoracic services at UHSussex (RSCH/PRH) is rapidly changing and the opportunities within this role are endless.
The Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton is undergoing an extensive redevelopment and expansion. The new 'Louisa Martindale' building was opened in June 2023 and offers state of the art facilities and stunning panoramic sea views for patients and staff. The Cardiothoracic critical care unit will be moving into these premises imminently and this role will help facilitate this. The new area will be on level 7 of the new building and will be alongside the adult critial care unit. Please look at our Trust website for further information, photos and videos.
If you are looking to drive your own career in an environment that supports your development in a captivating part of the UK then UHSussex East could be the perfect fit for you. Call and have a chat or even better come and see us if convenient.
We welcome applications from band 7 pharmacists looking to gain experience in a more senior role. Obtaining the position at band 8a is dependent on successful completion of FS2 post-graduate diploma or equivalent.
Main duties of the job
Will provide an expert level of clinical pharmacy services to cardiothoracic surgery and cardiac critcal care at UHSussex NHS Foundation Trust
Will lead specialist clinical pharmacy practice for cardiothoracic surgery and critical care and be responsible for the delivery, development, evaluation and co-ordination of clinical pharmacy services in line with the objectives of the division and the UHSussex East pharmacy strategy.
About us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & 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, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & 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 & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Details
Date posted
17 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year Per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
279-7555977-NOV25
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Job description
Job 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.
To manage, provide, co-ordinate and evaluate clinical pharmacy services toacute frailty and elderly care services.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more details.
Job descriptionJob 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.
To manage, provide, co-ordinate and evaluate clinical pharmacy services toacute frailty and elderly care services.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more details.
Person Specification
Shortlisting
Essential
- UK Pharmacist Registration
- Hospital experience in Elderly Care
- Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
Desirable
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
- Independent Prescribing Qualification
- MSc in clinical pharmacy or equivalent
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Shortlisting
Essential
- UK Pharmacist Registration
- Hospital experience in Elderly Care
- Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
Desirable
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
- Independent Prescribing Qualification
- MSc in clinical pharmacy or equivalent
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
Salary range
- £55,690 - £62,682 per year