At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead infection management services and provide expert pharmaceutical care.
- Company: Join the North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust's dedicated pharmacy team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and involvement in innovative healthcare initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patient safety and outcomes in a dynamic healthcare setting.
- Qualifications: Experienced pharmacist with expertise in infection management and clinical governance.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
We are currently seeking a Principal Pharmacist for Infection Management to join our dedicated pharmacy team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced pharmacist to play a pivotal role in managing infection control strategies and delivering expert pharmaceutical care within the Trust.
The Principal Pharmacist for Infection Management will lead and develop infection management services within the Trust, providing expert advice and guidance to multidisciplinary teams on the appropriate use of antimicrobials. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines across the Trust, supporting infection prevention and control initiatives, and ensuring compliance with national and local guidelines.
As part of your role, you will also be involved in clinical governance, education and training, audit, and research initiatives to improve patient safety and outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a team of highly skilled professionals in a fast-paced and varied environment.
You will be a vital leader within the pharmacy service in our Trust and the principal pharmacist for Infection management. You will:
- Work to the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s (RPS) Core Advanced Pharmacist Curriculum.
- Take professional responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service to the designated (CBU) / Specialty area and associated clinical areas and wards to meet their goals.
- Act as line manager as shown in the organisational structure chart.
- Provide expert clinical and service information to support departmental operational service development and strategic planning.
We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.
If you are interested in this position then please read the full job description and person specification attached to this vacancy.
This advert closes on Thursday 5 Nov 2026.
Principal Pharmacist – Infection Management in Peterborough employer: North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
At North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration and innovation. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of our community while advancing your career in a dynamic and rewarding setting.
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North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Recruitment Team
