Pharmacy Manager

Pharmacy ManagerReady to take the lead and shape the future of our pharmacy service?
We're looking for an experienced and passionate Pharmacy Manager to lead our in-hospital pharmacy team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than just their next pharmacy role. You'll have the opportunity to influence how the service develops, bring new ideas to life and lead a team that plays a vital part in delivering outstanding care to our patients.
The roleAs Pharmacy Manager, you'll take the lead on the day-to-day running and future development of our Pharmacy department.
Your role will also extend beyond Ashtead, with oversight of a sister site that does not have its own on-site pharmacy service. The Ashtead Pharmacy team provides support to this site twice a week, and as Pharmacy Manager you'll lead and oversee this service, ensuring consistency, quality and strong collaboration across both locations.
Working closely with clinical teams across the hospital, you'll ensure patients receive a safe, effective and high-quality pharmacy service, while identifying opportunities to innovate, improve and strengthen the service.
Just as importantly, you'll be a visible and supportive leader for your team. You'll help colleagues develop their skills, encourage new ideas and create an environment where people feel empowered to deliver their best.
At Ramsay, we want you to grow too. Through the Ramsay Academy, you'll have opportunities to continue developing your leadership and clinical expertise as you progress your career with us.
Where you'll be basedAshtead Hospital

What you'll bring with youWe're looking for someone who combines strong clinical expertise with confident, positive leadership. You'll ideally bring:
Current registration as a Pharmacist with the GPhC
Clinical Diploma or equivalent clinical pharmacist experience
Previous management or leadership experience, including staff appraisal, development and training
Experience using electronic stock control systems
Experience developing policies, procedures and/or clinical guidelines
Strong audit and data analysis skills
Budgetary and change management experience would be advantageous
Business case development experience would also be desirable
A collaborative approach and a genuine passion for developing both people and services

About usAt Ramsay Health Care UK, people caring for people is at the heart of everything we do.
We're one of England's leading independent healthcare providers, delivering a wide range of services including routine and complex surgery, day-case procedures, cancer care, diagnostics and physiotherapy.
As part of a global healthcare group with more than 50 years' experience, we recognise that our people are central to our success. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can develop your career, bring forward new ideas and make a meaningful difference to the people we care for.
Could this be your next move?If you're an experienced Pharmacist looking for an opportunity to lead a team, influence a service and make a genuine impact on patient care, we'd love to hear from you.

For any questions please email Lauren on , or apply directly through Ramsay Health Care Careers.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.
We care. It's more than what we do, it's who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.
We are proud to support the UK's Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD's Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people at risk. We expect all employees to share this commitment and behave in a way that supports it. All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role.

What's in it for you?We want our people to feel valued and supported, with benefits including:
25 days' annual leave plus eight Bank Holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Private healthcare and life assurance
Enhanced family-friendly and parental leave policies
Free uniform and DBS check
Free on-site parking and subsidised staff restaurant, where available
Employee discount programme
Wellbeing Centre and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Long-service, recognition and appreciation awards
Access to the Ramsay Academy, giving you opportunities to learn, develop and progress your career