Job overview

Interview date: 30-Apr-2026

Join our large, established, and research-active Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) pharmacy team, led by a Consultant Pharmacist. We're pioneer users of Computer Decision Support Systems (CDSS) for AMS rounds, integrating cutting-edge technology daily.

This pivotal role involves leading and developing a robust framework for the safe, cost-effective, and rational use of antimicrobials across the Trust. You'll shape local prescribing policies, participate in drug review/audit programmes, and drive innovative stewardship strategies.

You'll lead key AMS activities, including leading on daily ward rounds and the Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) service. As deputy for the Lead Directorate Pharmacist for Antimicrobials, you'll collaborate with specialist pharmacists and consultants to spearhead Trust-wide AMS efforts.

The role requires close collaboration with pharmacy, microbiology/infection control, medical, and nursing staff. You'll coordinate crucial work programmes and provide a highly specialist clinical pharmacy service, upholding the highest standards in this critical specialty.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities include:

• Independent Ward Rounds: Autonomously lead specialist antimicrobial ward rounds, providing expert advice, optimising prescribing, and intervening for safe, effective antimicrobial use.

• OPAT Service Leadership: Lead the Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) service, covering patient assessment, prescribing oversight (if an independent prescriber), monitoring, and care coordination.

• Supervision & Training: Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and training to junior pharmacists, pre-registration pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals in antimicrobial stewardship.

• Policy Development: Develop, review, and implement local antimicrobial prescribing policies and guidelines, aligned with national recommendations.

• Audit & Quality Improvement: Design and lead antimicrobial audits, analysing data to identify improvements and facilitate change for enhanced quality and cost-effectiveness.

• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with the Lead Directorate Pharmacist, Consultant Microbiologists, and Infection Control teams to drive strategic AMS initiatives

Working for our organisation

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.